Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 22:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 22:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 22:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this means that Paul had been given permission by the religious leaders to go to another city and arrest people who followed Jesus, bringing them back to be punished. Paul was explaining how he used to not believe in Jesus before he changed.

Acts 22:5: As also the high priest doth bear me witness, and all the estate of the elders: from whom also I received letters unto the brethren, and went to Damascus, to bring them which were there bound unto Jerusalem, for to be punished.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Acts 22:5 describes Paul’s persecution efforts, Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for enemies, which contradicts actions of persecution.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with John 13:34

Acts 22:5 depicts a time of Paul persecuting Christians, whereas John 13:34 commands love for one another, opposing such behavior.

John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Acts 22:5 involves Paul acting against Christians, which clashes with Romans 12:19's advice to not seek vengeance.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with James 4:11

Acts 22:5 is about speaking against fellow believers, while James 4:11 cautions against such judgments of one another.

James 4:11: Speak not evil one of another, brethren. He that speaketh evil of [his] brother, and judgeth his brother, speaketh evil of the law, and judgeth the law: but if thou judge the law, thou art not a doer of the law, but a judge.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:14

The act of persecuting others in Acts 22:5 contradicts the principle of loving one’s neighbor as oneself found in Galatians 5:14.

Galatians 5:14: For all the law is fulfilled in one word, [even] in this; Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.

Contradiction with Mark 12:31

While Acts 22:5 involves persecution, Mark 12:31 emphasizes the importance of loving your neighbor, contrasting with persecution.

Mark 12:31: And the second [is] like, [namely] this, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. There is none other commandment greater than these.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Acts 22:5 depicts a pursuit to punish others, whereas Proverbs 25:21 encourages helping your enemy, showing a spirit of kindness.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:
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