Contradiction with Matthew 5:23-24
These verses emphasize reconciliation over offerings, contradicting with the emphasis on bringing offerings in Acts 24:17.
Matthew 5:23-24: Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee;
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
This verse states that obedience is better than sacrifice, contrasting with the focus on offerings in Acts 24:17.
1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
"For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice," which contrasts with the act of bringing offerings in Acts 24:17.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-22
These verses express disdain for offerings and sacrifices, contradicting the action described in Acts 24:17.
Amos 5:21-22: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]