Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 27:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 27:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 27:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the author of the book, the people on the ship were scared that they would crash into rocks, so they dropped four anchors from the back of the ship to stop and hoped for morning to come soon. They wanted to wait for daylight so they could see better and be safe.

Acts 27:29: Then fearing lest we should have fallen upon rocks, they cast four anchors out of the stern, and wished for the day.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Acts 27:29 shows the sailors taking their own measures to prevent danger, whereas Proverbs 3:5 advises to trust in the Lord rather than one's own understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Acts 27:29 demonstrates anxiety and fear of impending danger, while Philippians 4:6 encourages believers to be anxious for nothing and to present their requests to God.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:5

Acts 27:29 involves the sailors relying on physical actions to ensure safety, which contrasts with Psalm 37:5’s urging to commit one's way to the Lord and trust in Him.

Psalm 37:5: Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring [it] to pass. [Commit...: Heb. Roll thy way upon]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:25

Acts 27:29 reflects concern for physical safety and security, whereas Matthew 6:25 advises not to worry about life or physical needs.

Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

The fear and desperation shown in Acts 27:29 contradict the reassurance of Isaiah 41:10, which encourages believers not to fear because God is with them.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
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