Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 21:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 21:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 21:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, a man named Agabus took Paul's belt and tied his own hands and feet with it to show what would happen to Paul in Jerusalem. He said that God’s Spirit was telling them that the people in Jerusalem would tie Paul up and give him to people who were not Jews.

Acts 21:11: And when he was come unto us, he took Paul's girdle, and bound his own hands and feet, and said, Thus saith the Holy Ghost, So shall the Jews at Jerusalem bind the man that owneth this girdle, and shall deliver [him] into the hands of the Gentiles.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

Proverbs 16:9 suggests that a man plans his own way, whereas Acts 21:11 implies a destined course beyond Paul's own planning.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Jeremiah 29:11 states that God has plans to prosper, which seems at odds with the prophecy in Acts 21:11 of Paul being bound and delivered to the Gentiles.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Paradox #1

The potential issue with Acts 21:11 could be seen in relation to the role of prophecy and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Some might wonder if this prophecy conflicts with Paul’s earlier decision-making or apostolic authority, since it foretells events that Paul seems determined to go through despite warnings. This can raise questions about divine guidance versus human choice and how prophets interact with apostles.

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