Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 26:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 26:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 26:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Jesus wants people to understand the truth, move away from bad things to good things, and leave behind anything scary to be with God. By doing this, they can be forgiven for their mistakes and join a special family that believes in Jesus.

Acts 26:18: To open their eyes, [and] to turn [them] from darkness to light, and [from] the power of Satan unto God, that they may receive forgiveness of sins, and inheritance among them which are sanctified by faith that is in me.

Contradiction with Matthew 13:15

This verse suggests that people's hearts are hardened, which contradicts the notion of their eyes being opened as stated in Acts 26:18.

Matthew 13:15: For this people's heart is waxed gross, and [their] ears are dull of hearing, and their eyes they have closed; lest at any time they should see with [their] eyes, and hear with [their] ears, and should understand with [their] heart, and should be converted, and I should heal them.

Contradiction with John 12:39-40

This passage indicates that God has blinded their eyes and hardened their heart, which contradicts the opening of their eyes mentioned in Acts 26:18.

John 12:39-40: Therefore they could not believe, because that Esaias said again,

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:4

This verse states that the god of this world has blinded the minds of unbelievers, which contrasts with the idea of opening eyes in Acts 26:18.

2 Corinthians 4:4: In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.

Contradiction with Hebrews 6:4-6

This suggests that those who have fallen away cannot be renewed, contradicting the message of turning from darkness to light in Acts 26:18.

Hebrews 6:4-6: For [it is] impossible for those who were once enlightened, and have tasted of the heavenly gift, and were made partakers of the Holy Ghost,

Contradiction with Romans 11:8

This verse suggests God has given a spirit of slumber, eyes that should not see, which contradicts the opening of eyes in Acts 26:18.

Romans 11:8: (According as it is written, God hath given them the spirit of slumber, eyes that they should not see, and ears that they should not hear;) unto this day. [slumber: or, remorse]

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of one group claiming exclusive access to truth and salvation, which can be seen as dismissive or judgmental towards those with different beliefs or those who follow their own moral paths. This could lead to an "us vs. them" mentality, which seems contrary to the broader teachings of love and acceptance found in other parts of the Bible.

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