Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 1:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 1:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 1:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Judas made a big mistake and stopped being one of Jesus' special helpers, so they needed to find someone new to take his place. They wanted to choose someone who loved Jesus and would do good things for others.

Acts 1:25: That he may take part of this ministry and apostleship, from which Judas by transgression fell, that he might go to his own place.

Contradiction with Romans 11:29

Acts 1:25 implies Judas lost his ministry, while Romans 11:29 states that God's gifts and calling are irrevocable.

Romans 11:29: For the gifts and calling of God [are] without repentance.

Contradiction with John 17:12

Acts 1:25 describes Judas's fall, whereas John 17:12 presents Jesus' role in keeping His followers, losing none except the son of perdition.

John 17:12: While I was with them in the world, I kept them in thy name: those that thou gavest me I have kept, and none of them is lost, but the son of perdition; that the scripture might be fulfilled.

Contradiction with John 6:70-71

Acts 1:25 suggests Judas' apostolic ministry turned to betrayal, while John 6:70-71 indicates Jesus knew Judas was a devil from the start.

John 6:70-71: Jesus answered them, Have not I chosen you twelve, and one of you is a devil?

Contradiction with Matthew 27:3-5

Acts 1:25 speaks of Judas's failure and replacement, while Matthew 27:3-5 depicts his remorse and return of the silver, questioning the finality of his actions.

Matthew 27:3-5: Then Judas, which had betrayed him, when he saw that he was condemned, repented himself, and brought again the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders,

Contradiction with John 13:18

Acts 1:25 involves Judas being replaced due to transgression, while John 13:18 indicates fulfillment of Scripture in Judas's betrayal, questioning the element of choice.

John 13:18: I speak not of you all: I know whom I have chosen: but that the scripture may be fulfilled, He that eateth bread with me hath lifted up his heel against me.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict could be seen in how the verse addresses the replacement of Judas Iscariot. Some might see it as problematic that a person's fate is described based on their actions, raising questions about predetermination and free will. Additionally, the selection of a new apostle to take Judas's place through casting lots (a form of chance) might seem inconsistent with the idea of divine guidance in important decisions.

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