The Death of Judas is one of the most well known alleged Bible contradictions. A few years back I speculated that Matthew's description of Judas' death was typological and not literal because of the similarities between Judas' betrayal of Jesus and death and that of Ahithophel's betrayal of King David and his death. It turns out I'm not the only one who thought so. Here are links that argue along similar lines.
Video Versions
Part ONE
Part TWO
Part two addresses whether Judas or the chief priests purchased field.
Michael Jones of YouTube channel InspiringPhilosophy posits the same possibility.
https://youtu.be/2_01suXK8lg
Here's a defense for a more traditional harmonization.
How Did Judas Die? by Steve Hays
See also the articles and comments in:
Ehrman v. Williams rematch
Peter Williams on the death of Judas
How far did Judas fall?
See also the articles and comments in:
Ehrman v. Williams rematch
Peter Williams on the death of Judas
How far did Judas fall?
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