Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 12:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 12:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 12:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Peter kept knocking on the door, and when his friends opened it, they were very surprised to see him because they didn’t think he could be free from jail. They were amazed that their prayers for his safety had been answered.

Acts 12:16: But Peter continued knocking: and when they had opened [the door], and saw him, they were astonished.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

Acts 12:16 emphasizes recognition and astonishment at Peter's presence, while Proverbs 27:2 advises letting others praise you, not your own mouth, contrasting self-promotion with silent acknowledgment.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with John 20:29

Acts 12:16 highlights astonishment at seeing Peter, but John 20:29 contrasts this with the blessedness of those who believe without seeing.

John 20:29: Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed [are] they that have not seen, and [yet] have believed.

Contradiction with Acts 12:7

Acts 12:7 describes an angel freeing Peter quietly and miraculously, contrasting with Acts 12:16 where there is an audible commotion as Peter knocks.

Acts 12:7: And, behold, the angel of the Lord came upon [him], and a light shined in the prison: and he smote Peter on the side, and raised him up, saying, Arise up quickly. And his chains fell off from [his] hands.
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