Contradiction with Romans 14:11
Zechariah 5:8 represents wickedness confined, whereas Romans 14:11 depicts every knee bowing to God, implying eventual universal submission rather than confinement.
Romans 14:11: For it is written, [As] I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.
Contradiction with John 3:16
Zechariah 5:8 discusses wickedness, while John 3:16 emphasizes God's love and salvation for all people, contrasting the focus on iniquity.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with James 4:7
Zechariah 5:8 shows wickedness being contained, yet James 4:7 advises believers to actively resist evil, implying a more proactive involvement.
James 4:7: Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:21
Zechariah 5:8 deals with wickedness, while 2 Corinthians 5:21 talks about how Christ was made sin for our righteousness, contrasting human sinfulness with divine redemption.
2 Corinthians 5:21: For he hath made him [to be] sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
Contradiction with Psalm 23:4
Zechariah 5:8 centers on wickedness being confined; Psalm 23:4 offers comfort in God's presence despite evil, contrasting the portrayal of evil in Zechariah.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
Zechariah 5:8 addresses wickedness being constrained, whereas 1 John 1:9 speaks of confession and forgiveness, offering a path to purification in contrast.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Zechariah 5:8 mentions wickedness being sealed in a container; Matthew 5:44 promotes love for enemies, focusing on transformation instead of containment of evil.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:8
Zechariah 5:8 highlights sinfulness, but 1 Peter 4:8 emphasizes love covering sins, presenting a contrasting solution to wickedness through love and understanding.
1 Peter 4:8: And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. [shall: or, will]
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
Zechariah 5:8 emphasizes wickedness being shut away, while Matthew 7:1 highlights not judging others, suggesting an approach of non-condemnation in contrast.
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:12
Zechariah 5:8 is about wickedness, whereas Proverbs 10:12 states love covers all sins, focusing on forgiveness and reconciliation more than punishment.
Proverbs 10:12: Hatred stirreth up strifes: but love covereth all sins.