Contradiction with James 3:1
While Acts 18:26 describes Priscilla and Aquila teaching Apollos, James 3:1 warns that not many should become teachers, highlighting the potential contradiction in the encouragement of teaching.
James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:34
Acts 18:26 involves Priscilla actively teaching, whereas 1 Corinthians 14:34 instructs women to remain silent in churches, seeming to contradict her role.
1 Corinthians 14:34: Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience, as also saith the law.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:12
Acts 18:26 implies Priscilla's involvement in instruction, while 1 Timothy 2:12 explicitly states that a woman should not teach or exercise authority over a man.
1 Timothy 2:12: But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.
Contradiction with Matthew 23:8
Acts 18:26 shows individuals taking the role of teachers, whereas Matthew 23:8 emphasizes that all believers are brothers with one Teacher, Christ.
Matthew 23:8: But be not ye called Rabbi: for one is your Master, [even] Christ; and all ye are brethren.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Acts 18:26 might involve the role of women in teaching or explaining religious matters within the church. Some interpretations of the Bible suggest that women should not teach men in a church setting, while this verse depicts Priscilla, a woman, helping to explain religious teachings to a man. This can lead to discussions about gender roles in teaching within the church.