Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 25:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 25:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 25:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Paul is saying that he did nothing wrong against the Jewish laws, their temple, or the Roman ruler. Paul is defending himself, trying to explain that he hasn't broken any important rules.

Acts 25:8: While he answered for himself, Neither against the law of the Jews, neither against the temple, nor yet against Caesar, have I offended any thing at all.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

Jesus instructs to let your communication be straightforward, while Acts 25:8 involves layers of defense and legal proceedings.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:15

Justifies righteous condemnation and wicked justification, unlike Paul’s denial of accusations in Acts 25:8.

Proverbs 17:15: He that justifieth the wicked, and he that condemneth the just, even they both [are] abomination to the LORD.

Contradiction with Exodus 23:1

Condemns spreading false reports, whereas Acts 25:8 is about defending against false charges.

Exodus 23:1: Thou shalt not raise a false report: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. [raise: or, receive]

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:10

Paul talks about delighting in weaknesses and insults, which contrasts his defense approach in Acts 25:8.

2 Corinthians 12:10: Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.

Contradiction with Matthew 27:14

Jesus remained silent during accusations, contrary to Paul's defense in Acts 25:8.

Matthew 27:14: And he answered him to never a word; insomuch that the governor marvelled greatly.

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:17

Suggests that the first to plead their case seems right, which opposes the accusatory context and defense in Acts 25:8.

Proverbs 18:17: [He that is] first in his own cause [seemeth] just; but his neighbour cometh and searcheth him.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises not to avenge yourself but leave room for God’s wrath, contrasting the legal defense in Acts 25:8.

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 Titus 3:1-2

Encourages submission to rulers and speaking evil of no one, while Acts 25:8 involves legal self-defense against authorities.

Titus 3:1-2: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
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