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.