Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 18:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 18:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 18:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the writer of Acts, the people got angry and hurt Sosthenes because they were upset. Gallio, the person in charge, didn't pay attention to what was happening and didn’t stop them.

Acts 18:17: Then all the Greeks took Sosthenes, the chief ruler of the synagogue, and beat [him] before the judgment seat. And Gallio cared for none of those things.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advises to not resist evil and to turn the other cheek, whereas Acts 18:17 depicts an act of violence against Sosthenes without immediate retaliation.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking vengeance, emphasizing leaving wrath to God, while Acts 18:17 describes a scenario where a violent act occurs.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

This verse encourages not to repay evil with evil, in contrast to the violent act seen in Acts 18:17.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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