Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 16:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 16:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 16:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Philippi was an important city in a place called Macedonia where he and his friends stayed for a few days. They went there to tell people about Jesus and his love.

Acts 16:12: And from thence to Philippi, which is the chief city of that part of Macedonia, [and] a colony: and we were in that city abiding certain days. [the chief: or, the first]

Contradiction with Genesis 32:30

Explains different places one can encounter God, while Acts 16:12 describes a specific geographical location.

Genesis 32:30: And Jacob called the name of the place Peniel: for I have seen God face to face, and my life is preserved. [Peniel: that is, The face of God]

Contradiction with John 4:21

Suggests worship in spirit and truth rather than at a specific location, contrasting Acts 16:12's mention of a physical city.

John 4:21: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:19

Jesus commands discipleship and baptism in all nations, suggesting broader scope beyond a specific city like Acts 16:12.

Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]

Contradiction with Acts 1:8

Suggests a transition of focus from Jerusalem to all Judea, Samaria, and beyond, differing from the specific location focus in Acts 16:12.

Acts 1:8: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [power...: or, the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you]

Contradiction with Acts 7:48

States that God does not dwell in temples made with hands, challenging the significance of a city's location in worship or mission.

Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
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