Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 27:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 27:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 27:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Paul was telling the people on the ship that they should have listened to him earlier and stayed in Crete, so they wouldn't have faced the storm and lost things. He wanted them to understand that sometimes listening to advice can help avoid trouble.

Acts 27:21: But after long abstinence Paul stood forth in the midst of them, and said, Sirs, ye should have hearkened unto me, and not have loosed from Crete, and to have gained this harm and loss.

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:31

This verse states that safety is of the Lord, while Acts 27:21 emphasizes dependence on human decision-making and foresight.

Proverbs 21:31: The horse [is] prepared against the day of battle: but safety [is] of the LORD. [safety: or, victory]

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

This verse warns against relying on human plans instead of God's guidance, contrasting with the human advice ignored in Acts 27:21.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

These verses caution against making plans without considering God's will, whereas Acts 27:21 focuses on the consequences of not heeding human warnings.

James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:25

This verse speaks to the wisdom of God being greater than human wisdom, contrasting the reliance on human judgment in Acts 27:21.

1 Corinthians 1:25: Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.
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