Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 16:34

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 16:34 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 16:34. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the man was so happy because he believed in God that he invited Paul and Silas to his house for a meal. He and everyone in his family were full of joy because they all believed in God together.

Acts 16:34: And when he had brought them into his house, he set meat before them, and rejoiced, believing in God with all his house.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Jesus states He came not to bring peace but a sword, contradicting the joy and peace in Acts 16:34.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Jesus mentions He brings division rather than peace, contrasting the household joy in Acts 16:34.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with John 16:33

Jesus speaks of tribulation in the world, which contrasts with the joy experienced by the jailer in Acts 16:34.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

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