Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 25:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 25:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 25:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, who wrote the Book of Acts, when Paul asked to have his case heard by the Roman Emperor Caesar, Festus, who was a leader, agreed and said they would send Paul to Rome. This meant Paul would get a chance to have his trial in front of the big important ruler.

Acts 25:12: Then Festus, when he had conferred with the council, answered, Hast thou appealed unto Caesar? unto Caesar shalt thou go.

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4

This verse advises not to answer a fool according to his folly, whereas Acts 25:12 depicts Paul appealing to a higher authority, contrary to ignoring foolishness.

Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse encourages turning the other cheek, while in Acts 25:12, Paul seeks justice through appeal instead of accepting his predicament.

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 Luke 6:29

This verse suggests offering the other cheek and coat, contrasting with Paul exercising his rights to appeal in Acts 25:12.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against taking vengeance, suggesting leaving room for God's wrath, while Paul's appeal in Acts 25:12 implies seeking justice through earthly systems.

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.
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