Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
Jesus declares all foods clean, contradicting the refusal to eat unclean animals in Acts 11:8.
Mark 7:18-19: Because it entereth not into his heart, but into the belly, and goeth out into the draught, purging all meats?
Contradiction with Romans 14:14
Paul states that no food is unclean in itself, opposing the stance in Acts 11:8.
Romans 14:14: I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that [there is] nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteemeth any thing to be unclean, to him [it is] unclean. [unclean: Gr. common]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:4
Every creature of God is good and nothing is to be refused, conflicting with Peter's refusal in Acts 11:8.
1 Timothy 4:4: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
Paradox #1
Acts 11:8 could present a theological inconsistency with earlier Jewish dietary laws. In the Old Testament, God gave the Israelites specific rules about clean and unclean foods. However, in Acts, Peter is instructed to eat foods that were previously considered unclean. This could seem like a contradiction, as it challenges the traditional Jewish understanding of dietary restrictions prescribed in the Torah.
Paradox #2
Acts 11:8 describes Peter's reaction to a vision where he hesitates to eat what he considers unclean food. A potential contradiction might relate to Old Testament laws about clean and unclean foods versus the New Testament teachings that suggest those dietary restrictions are no longer necessary. This difference can cause confusion about whether such laws still apply to Christians.
Paradox #3
This verse could present a contradiction because it reflects the tension between old dietary laws and new teachings. Followers might struggle with the idea of breaking traditional rules they were taught to obey. It highlights the challenge of accepting new directions that seem to conflict with established beliefs.