Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 23:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 23:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 23:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the author of the book, some people were pretending they wanted to ask Paul more questions, but really, they had a secret plan to trick him. They wanted to bring him to a meeting for this plan.

Acts 23:20: And he said, The Jews have agreed to desire thee that thou wouldest bring down Paul to morrow into the council, as though they would enquire somewhat of him more perfectly.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

While Acts 23:20 involves a plot to kill Paul, Exodus 20:13 explicitly states, "Thou shalt not kill," thus contradicting the intentions described in Acts 23:20.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Acts 23:20 involves a plan to harm Paul, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches, "Love your enemies," which conflicts with the conspirators' motives.

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 Romans 12:19

Acts 23:20 includes a plot of vengeance against Paul, while Romans 12:19 advises, "Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves," opposing the actions in Acts 23:20.

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 Luke 6:27

In Acts 23:20, there is a plan to harm Paul, but Luke 6:27 instructs, "do good to them which hate you," which is in direct contradiction to the plot described.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with James 2:8

Acts 23:20 involves planning harm, while James 2:8 states, "Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself," which stands against the malicious intent described.

James 2:8: If ye fulfil the royal law according to the scripture, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself, ye do well:
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