Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 25:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 25:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 25:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, who wrote the Book of Acts, Festus wanted to make the Jewish leaders happy, so he asked Paul if he would go to Jerusalem to be judged there. Festus was trying to be fair, but he was also thinking about keeping peace with the people.

Acts 25:9: But Festus, willing to do the Jews a pleasure, answered Paul, and said, Wilt thou go up to Jerusalem, and there be judged of these things before me?

Contradiction with John 18:36

Contradicts Acts 25:9 where earthly rulership and judgment are emphasized, as Jesus states His kingdom is not of this world, suggesting spiritual rather than earthly arbitration.

John 18:36: Jesus answered, My kingdom is not of this world: if my kingdom were of this world, then would my servants fight, that I should not be delivered to the Jews: but now is my kingdom not from hence.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

Contradicts Acts 25:9 as it emphasizes direct honesty rather than persuasion or political maneuvering for decision-making.

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

Contradiction with James 1:8

Contradicts Acts 25:9 by highlighting the instability of being double-minded, which contrasts with Festus attempting to please multiple parties.

James 1:8: A double minded man [is] unstable in all his ways.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:25

Contradicts Acts 25:9 by warning that the fear of man can be a snare, in contrast to Festus seeking to gain favor from the Jews.

Proverbs 29:25: The fear of man bringeth a snare: but whoso putteth his trust in the LORD shall be safe. [safe: Heb. set on high]

Contradiction with Galatians 1:10

Contradicts Acts 25:9 by emphasizing serving Christ rather than trying to please people, unlike Festus seeking to appease the Jews.

Galatians 1:10: For do I now persuade men, or God? or do I seek to please men? for if I yet pleased men, I should not be the servant of Christ.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency here could be related to the account of Festus wanting to do a favor for the Jews, which might seem inconsistent with his role as a Roman governor. A Roman governor was expected to uphold Roman law and justice, though it was not uncommon for them to engage in political maneuvering to maintain peace. This situation might appear conflicting for someone assessing it from a purely legal standpoint, considering the influence of political motivations.

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