Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 20:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 20:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 20:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people were very sad because Paul was leaving, so they cried a lot and hugged and kissed him to say goodbye. They loved Paul and would miss him very much.

Acts 20:37: And they all wept sore, and fell on Paul's neck, and kissed him,

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:22

This verse suggests that a cheerful heart is good medicine, contradicting the sorrowful weeping in Acts 20:37.

Proverbs 17:22: A merry heart doeth good [like] a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. [like: or, to]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4

This highlights that there is a time to weep and a time to laugh, contrasting with the singular focus on weeping in Acts 20:37.

Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;

Contradiction with Matthew 5:12

This verse encourages rejoicing and being glad even in hardship, opposing the tears in Acts 20:37.

Matthew 5:12: Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great [is] your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

This instructs believers to always rejoice, which contrasts with the weeping in Acts 20:37.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

It advocates for constant joy and thankfulness, opposing the sadness shown in Acts 20:37.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: Rejoice evermore.
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