Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 21:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 21:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 21:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, when they got to Jerusalem, their friends there were very happy to see them. Everyone welcomed them with big smiles and open arms.

Acts 21:17: And when we were come to Jerusalem, the brethren received us gladly.

Contradiction with Acts 21:27-28

These verses show the Jews accusing Paul of teaching against the people and the law, contradicting the welcoming and acceptance suggested in Acts 21:17.

Acts 21:27-28: And when the seven days were almost ended, the Jews which were of Asia, when they saw him in the temple, stirred up all the people, and laid hands on him,

Contradiction with Acts 21:20-21

These verses mention that many Jews believe rumors about Paul teaching against the law and Jewish customs, which contradicts the positive reception implied in Acts 21:17.

Acts 21:20-21: And when they heard [it], they glorified the Lord, and said unto him, Thou seest, brother, how many thousands of Jews there are which believe; and they are all zealous of the law:

Contradiction with Acts 23:12-13

These verses describe a group of Jews conspiring to kill Paul, highlighting hostility that contrasts with the reception in Acts 21:17.

Acts 23:12-13: And when it was day, certain of the Jews banded together, and bound themselves under a curse, saying that they would neither eat nor drink till they had killed Paul. [under a curse: or, with an oath of execration]

Contradiction with Acts 9:23

This verse shows Jews plotting to kill Paul after his conversion, contradicting the welcoming reception in Acts 21:17.

Acts 9:23: And after that many days were fulfilled, the Jews took counsel to kill him:

Contradiction with Galatians 1:23

Paul recounts how people were initially hostile towards him due to his past, which contrasts with the warm welcome from fellow believers in Acts 21:17.

Galatians 1:23: But they had heard only, That he which persecuted us in times past now preacheth the faith which once he destroyed.
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