What does the Bible say about why Jesus was hated?

In John 15:25, Jesus states that He was hated without a cause, fulfilling scripture that foretold of this animosity. The reason for Jesus' hatred lies in His perfect life and His uncompromising truth-telling that exposed the hypocrisy of the religious leaders of His time. His very presence and teachings challenged their authority and traditions, leading them to despise Him. The hatred stemmed from their recognition of their own evils as He testified to the righteousness of God and the need for genuine repentance and faith, rather than a mere adherence to religious laws and customs.