Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 12:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 12:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 12:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, who wrote the book of Acts, an angel came to help Peter when he was in trouble. The angel told Peter to get dressed and put on his shoes, and then to follow him to safety.

Acts 12:8: And the angel said unto him, Gird thyself, and bind on thy sandals. And so he did. And he saith unto him, Cast thy garment about thee, and follow me.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:9-10

Jesus instructs his disciples not to take provisions like money, bag, or extra clothing, contrary to the instructions given to Peter in Acts 12:8 to gird himself and bind on sandals.

Matthew 10:9-10: Provide neither gold, nor silver, nor brass in your purses, [Provide: or, Get]

Contradiction with Luke 22:35-36

Here, Jesus tells his disciples to take provisions, including a purse, bag, and sword for their journey, which contrasts with the earlier teachings of relying solely on faith and God's provision.

Luke 22:35-36: And he said unto them, When I sent you without purse, and scrip, and shoes, lacked ye any thing? And they said, Nothing.

Contradiction with Exodus 12:11

The Israelites were told to eat the Passover in haste with their loins girded, similar to Acts 12:8, yet there’s an impending urgency associated with the deliverance context, which differs from the calm directives Peter received.

Exodus 12:11: And thus shall ye eat it; [with] your loins girded, your shoes on your feet, and your staff in your hand; and ye shall eat it in haste: it [is] the LORD'S passover.
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