Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 17:13

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According to Luke, some people from Thessalonica didn't like that Paul was talking about God in Berea, so they came and made trouble for him. They wanted to stop more people from listening and believing what Paul was teaching.

Acts 17:13: But when the Jews of Thessalonica had knowledge that the word of God was preached of Paul at Berea, they came thither also, and stirred up the people.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Commands love and prayer for enemies, contrasting with the opposition faced by Paul in Acts 17:13.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:13

Warns against repaying good with evil, while Acts 17:13 describes opposition to the gospel.

Proverbs 17:13: Whoso rewardeth evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house.

Contradiction with Romans 10:15

Speaks of the beauty of spreading the gospel, whereas Acts 17:13 details an attempt to hinder it.

Romans 10:15: And how shall they preach, except they be sent? as it is written, How beautiful are the feet of them that preach the gospel of peace, and bring glad tidings of good things!

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Instructs not to repay evil with evil, contrasting with the conduct of those opposing Paul in Acts 17:13.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].

Contradiction with John 13:34

Calls for love for one another, opposing the hostile actions in Acts 17:13.

John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.
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