Contradiction with Matthew 22:42-45
Jesus refers to himself as David's Lord, not just a son of David, which suggests a different type of relationship than that described in Acts 13:33.
Matthew 22:42-45: He saith unto them, How then doth David in spirit call him Lord, saying,
Contradiction with Hebrews 1:5
This verse distinguishes Jesus from the angels and highlights his unique sonship, which can be seen as different from the "begotten" language in Acts 13:33.
Hebrews 1:5: For unto which of the angels said he at any time, Thou art my Son, this day have I begotten thee? And again, I will be to him a Father, and he shall be to me a Son?
Contradiction with John 1:1
Describes Jesus as existing from the beginning, implying eternal pre-existence, which appears to contrast with being "begotten" in time as implied in Acts 13:33.
John 1:1: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.
Contradiction with Psalm 2:7
Used as a prophecy in Acts 13:33 but originally refers to the Davidic king, raising questions about its direct application to Jesus.
Psalm 2:7: I will declare the decree: the LORD hath said unto me, Thou [art] my Son; this day have I begotten thee. [the decree: or, for a decree]
Contradiction with Colossians 1:15-17
Describes Jesus as the firstborn of all creation, emphasizing his preeminence and eternal existence, which can appear to conflict with the temporal "this day" in Acts 13:33.
Colossians 1:15-17: Who is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of every creature:
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Acts 13:33 could arise from the differing accounts in the Bible about Jesus being declared the Son of God or being begotten by God at different points in time. Some interpretations might see an inconsistency regarding when Jesus was truly recognized or declared as the Son of God, whether it was at his birth, baptism, resurrection, or in eternal sense.