Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 22:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 22:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 22:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the person speaking is explaining that he is Jewish and learned all about Jewish laws and customs from a respected teacher named Gamaliel. He is saying he was very keen and eager to do what is right for God, just like the listeners he is talking to.

Acts 22:3: I am verily a man [which am] a Jew, born in Tarsus, [a city] in Cilicia, yet brought up in this city at the feet of Gamaliel, [and] taught according to the perfect manner of the law of the fathers, and was zealous toward God, as ye all are this day.

Contradiction with Acts 4:13

Acts 4:13 describes Peter and John as unlearned and ignorant men, which contrasts with Acts 22:3 where Paul describes himself as highly educated, having been taught by Gamaliel according to the perfect manner of the law.

Acts 4:13: Now when they saw the boldness of Peter and John, and perceived that they were unlearned and ignorant men, they marvelled; and they took knowledge of them, that they had been with Jesus.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:1-2

In 1 Corinthians 2:1-2, Paul says he did not come with excellency of speech or wisdom, while in Acts 22:3 he emphasizes his education under Gamaliel and knowledge of Jewish law.

1 Corinthians 2:1-2: And I, brethren, when I came to you, came not with excellency of speech or of wisdom, declaring unto you the testimony of God.

Contradiction with Philippians 3:7-8

Philippians 3:7-8 expresses Paul's view that his previous achievements and education, like what is mentioned in Acts 22:3, are now considered loss for the sake of Christ, showing a shift in value.

Philippians 3:7-8: But what things were gain to me, those I counted loss for Christ.

Contradiction with Galatians 1:11-12

Galatians 1:11-12 states that the gospel Paul preached was not taught by man, though Acts 22:3 highlights his education under a human teacher, Gamaliel.

Galatians 1:11-12: But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.
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