Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 23:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 23:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 23:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people nearby were surprised and upset because Paul spoke disrespectfully to the high priest, who is an important leader in their faith. It's like getting in trouble for speaking rudely to your teacher or principal.

Acts 23:4: And they that stood by said, Revilest thou God's high priest?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse advises not to resist evil and instead turn the other cheek, which contradicts the respect for authority implied in Acts 23:4.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:33

This verse records Jesus calling Pharisees serpents and vipers, contrasting with Acts 23:4 which suggests not to speak against religious leaders.

Matthew 23:33: [Ye] serpents, [ye] generation of vipers, how can ye escape the damnation of hell?

Contradiction with James 2:9

This verse speaks against partiality, which could contradict respecting someone solely because of their position as in Acts 23:4.

James 2:9: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:24-26

This passage records Samuel rejecting Saul as king for disobedience to God, highlighting the importance of God's command over human authority, unlike Acts 23:4.

1 Samuel 15:24-26: And Saul said unto Samuel, I have sinned: for I have transgressed the commandment of the LORD, and thy words: because I feared the people, and obeyed their voice.
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