Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 20:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 20:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 20:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, who wrote the book of Acts, the speaker is saying that he never wanted anyone else's money or clothes. He is showing that he tried to live a life without being greedy or wanting things that belonged to other people.

Acts 20:33: I have coveted no man's silver, or gold, or apparel.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Acts 20:33 states Paul's claim of not coveting anyone's silver or gold, while Matthew 5:42 instructs giving to those who ask, implying a potential openness to giving or receiving materials.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:12

Acts 20:33 shows independence from material wealth, but Philippians 4:12 reflects on being content in all situations, whether in abundance or need.

Philippians 4:12: I know both how to be abased, and I know how to abound: every where and in all things I am instructed both to be full and to be hungry, both to abound and to suffer need.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:8-10

Acts 20:33 emphasizes the lack of desire for wealth, whereas 1 Timothy 6:8-10 warns of the pitfalls of desiring to be rich, presuming some may covet wealth.

1 Timothy 6:8-10: And having food and raiment let us be therewith content.

Contradiction with Luke 6:30

Acts 20:33 reveals a stance of not seeking others' wealth, while Luke 6:30 encourages a readiness to receive when given, without turning away.

Luke 6:30: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:9-10

Acts 20:33 reflects non-reliance on wealth, conflicting with Proverbs 3:9-10, which views honoring God with wealth as a means to receive abundance.

Proverbs 3:9-10: Honour the LORD with thy substance, and with the firstfruits of all thine increase:
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