Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 7:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 7:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 7:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, when people ate and drank, they were doing it just for themselves and not thinking about God. This means they were being selfish and not caring about what God wanted them to do.

Zechariah 7:6: And when ye did eat, and when ye did drink, did not ye eat [for yourselves], and drink [for yourselves]? [did not ye: or, be not ye they that]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:31

This verse says to do everything for the glory of God, while Zechariah 7:6 points out doing things for oneself rather than for God.

1 Corinthians 10:31: Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse advises against doing things for self-glory, contradicting Zechariah 7:6 where actions are done for oneself.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with Colossians 3:23

Advises to work heartily as for the Lord, not for men, counter to actions for one's own sake as in Zechariah 7:6.

Colossians 3:23: And whatsoever ye do, do [it] heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;

Contradiction with Luke 12:19-21

Illustrates a warning against self-indulgence, contrasting with self-focused actions in Zechariah 7:6.

Luke 12:19-21: And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, [and] be merry.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3-4

Encourages looking to the interests of others, opposing self-centered practices critiqued in Zechariah 7:6.

Philippians 2:3-4: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.