Contradiction with John 3:17
This verse states that God did not send his Son to condemn the world, but Acts 13:11 describes Paul causing a man to be blind as a punishment, which may be seen as a form of condemnation.
John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse instructs believers to love their enemies and bless those who curse them, contrasting with Acts 13:11 where Paul curses a man with temporary blindness.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
This verse advises to do good to those who hate you, while Acts 13:11 shows Paul acting in judgment against Elymas.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15
This verse encourages not rendering evil for evil unto any man, which contrasts with the punitive act in Acts 13:11.
1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
Contradiction with Romans 12:14
This verse instructs to bless and not curse persecutors, differing from Acts 13:11 where Paul curses a man with blindness.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Acts 13:11 might be seen as the harshness of divine punishment. In the Bible, God is often shown as forgiving and merciful. However, in this verse, someone is struck with blindness as a punishment. This could seem inconsistent with the idea of a loving and forgiving God.