Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 27:39

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 27:39 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 27:39. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, when it became light, the people on the boat saw a part of the land they didn't recognize, but they noticed a small bay with a beach and wanted to try to steer the ship there. They hoped it was a safe place to bring the boat ashore.

Acts 27:39: And when it was day, they knew not the land: but they discovered a certain creek with a shore, into the which they were minded, if it were possible, to thrust in the ship.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse encourages trust in God without relying on one's own understanding, whereas in Acts 27:39, the sailors rely on their own judgment to navigate the ship to land.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9

This verse implies that the Lord directs footsteps, yet in Acts 27:39, the sailors plan their own course without mentioned guidance from God.

Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

These verses caution against making plans without considering the Lord's will, contrasting Acts 27:39 where the sailors make a decision based on sight rather than seeking divine guidance.

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:

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