Contradiction with Proverbs 6:19
Proverbs emphasizes speaking truth and sowing discord, while Acts 15:34 causes confusion due to its disputed authenticity.
Proverbs 6:19: A false witness [that] speaketh lies, and he that soweth discord among brethren.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
Galatians advises gentle correction of one another, while Acts 15:34 involves a decision that wasn't included in some early manuscripts, leading to inconsistencies.
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Contradiction with James 5:12
James advises against making oaths, yet the presence of Acts 15:34, which is sometimes omitted, suggests instability that could undermine oaths or commitments.
James 5:12: But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and [your] nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:37
Jesus teaches let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' but Acts 15:34’s disputed presence makes the clarity and decisiveness of such affirmations uncertain.
Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Encourages living peaceably with all, but Acts 15:34, being absent in several manuscripts, introduces discord and uncertainty in historical text understanding.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.