Contradiction with Acts 28:16
While Acts 28:14 describes Paul being welcomed by brethren, Acts 28:16 mentions Paul being delivered to a centurion, showing a different kind of reception.
Acts 28:16: And when we came to Rome, the centurion delivered the prisoners to the captain of the guard: but Paul was suffered to dwell by himself with a soldier that kept him.
Contradiction with Acts 27:21
Contradicts by showing Paul rendering counsel, indicating previous adverse circumstances rather than immediate warm reception.
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 Acts 27:23-24
God assures Paul of safety, highlighting divine support, while Acts 28:14 focuses on human assistance and hospitality.
Acts 27:23-24: For there stood by me this night the angel of God, whose I am, and whom I serve,
Contradiction with Acts 21:31
Describes the hostility towards Paul upon arrival in Jerusalem, contrasting with the welcoming reception in Acts 28:14.
Acts 21:31: And as they went about to kill him, tidings came unto the chief captain of the band, that all Jerusalem was in an uproar.
Contradiction with Acts 22:22
Shows Paul facing rejection and outrage, which contrasts with the positive welcome he receives in Acts 28:14.
Acts 22:22: And they gave him audience unto this word, and [then] lifted up their voices, and said, Away with such a [fellow] from the earth: for it is not fit that he should live.
Contradiction with Acts 20:23
Paul speaks of bonds and afflictions awaiting him, which seems at odds with the kindness and hospitality described in Acts 28:14.
Acts 20:23: Save that the Holy Ghost witnesseth in every city, saying that bonds and afflictions abide me. [abide me: or, wait for me]
Contradiction with Acts 27:42
Depicts the soldiers' plan to kill the prisoners, which is in stark contrast to the brethren's welcome in Acts 28:14.
Acts 27:42: And the soldiers' counsel was to kill the prisoners, lest any of them should swim out, and escape.
Contradiction with Acts 19:29
The uproar in Ephesus against Paul's teachings is contrary to the supportive brethren found in Acts 28:14.
Acts 19:29: And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.