Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 19:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 19:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 19:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the writer of Acts, there was a big commotion because many people were talking about the new Christian faith. They called it "the Way," and not everyone was happy about it.

Acts 19:23: And the same time there arose no small stir about that way.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

"Blessed are the peacemakers" contrasts with the "no small stir" about the Way in Acts 19:23.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with James 3:18

"Fruit of righteousness is sown in peace" conflicts with the disturbance in Acts 19:23.

James 3:18: And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:15

"Let the peace of God rule in your hearts" is opposite to the turmoil mentioned in Acts 19:23.

Colossians 3:15: And let the peace of God rule in your hearts, to the which also ye are called in one body; and be ye thankful.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7

"When a man's ways please the Lord, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him" contrasts with the conflict in Acts 19:23.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

"If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men" is at odds with the commotion in Acts 19:23.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
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