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.