Contradiction with Proverbs 14:13
This verse mentions that even in laughter the heart may be sorrowful, suggesting an inner conflict not aligned with the perpetual joy described in Acts 13:52.
Proverbs 14:13: Even in laughter the heart is sorrowful; and the end of that mirth [is] heaviness.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:18
This verse talks about how increased knowledge brings sorrow, contrasting with the fullness of joy and knowledge indicated in Acts 13:52.
Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
Contradiction with Job 14:1
It states that life is full of trouble, which contradicts the portrayal of joy in Acts 13:52.
Job 14:1: Man [that is] born of a woman [is] of few days, and full of trouble. [few...: Heb. short of days]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:3
Claims that sorrow is better than laughter, presenting a value contradiction with the joy mentioned in Acts 13:52.
Ecclesiastes 7:3: Sorrow [is] better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better. [Sorrow: or, Anger]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:4
Describes blessedness in mourning, which contrasts with the joy in Acts 13:52.
Matthew 5:4: Blessed [are] they that mourn: for they shall be comforted.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 7:10
Speaks to godly sorrow leading to repentance and salvation, opposing the idea of constant joy in Acts 13:52.
2 Corinthians 7:10: For godly sorrow worketh repentance to salvation not to be repented of: but the sorrow of the world worketh death.