Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
Proverbs 16:7 says that when a man's ways please the Lord, he makes even his enemies to be at peace with him, which contradicts Acts 19:40's context of potential accusations and unrest.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33
1 Corinthians 14:33 states that God is not the author of confusion, but of peace, contradicting the confusion and possible riot mentioned in Acts 19:40.
1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Matthew 5:9 blesses the peacemakers, which conflicts with the possibility of disorder mentioned in Acts 19:40.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Romans 12:18 encourages living peaceably with all men, contrasting the threat of accusation and tumult in Acts 19:40.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with James 3:16
James 3:16 describes envy and strife causing confusion, contradicting the attempt to avoid confusion and tumult in Acts 19:40.
James 3:16: For where envying and strife [is], there [is] confusion and every evil work. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
Paradox #1
Acts 19:40 might present a contradiction or inconsistency because it talks about the danger of being accused of causing a riot without a good reason. This could conflict with the idea of standing up for one's beliefs, even if it leads to unrest or disorder. The tension lies in balancing the importance of public order with the right to protest or express differing views.