Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 19:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 19:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 19:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people got very angry when they heard someone say things against their goddess Diana, who they believed was very powerful and special. They shouted loudly to show how much they loved and honored her.

Acts 19:28: And when they heard [these sayings], they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great [is] Diana of the Ephesians.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Encourages love and prayer for enemies, contradicting the rage in Acts 19:28.

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 Romans 12:21

Advises overcoming evil with good, contrasting the tumultuous behavior in Acts 19:28.

Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Contradiction with James 1:20

States that human anger does not produce righteousness, opposing the furious actions in Acts 19:28.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:31

Calls for putting away anger and clamor, contrary to the uproar in Acts 19:28.

Ephesians 4:31: Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Acts 19:28 could arise from the reaction of people who become angry and violent in defense of their beliefs, which might clash with teachings about peace and love. This suggests a conflict between acting out of anger versus responding with understanding and compassion.

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