Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 28:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 28:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 28:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the writer of the book, Paul had to ask for help from the Roman leader, Caesar, because some Jewish people were not happy with him. He wanted to make sure people knew he was not blaming the Jewish nation for anything bad.

Acts 28:19: But when the Jews spake against [it], I was constrained to appeal unto Caesar; not that I had ought to accuse my nation of.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Jesus teaches to not resist evil, which contrasts with appealing or defending oneself in judgment.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises leaving vengeance to God, conflicting with using the law courts as a means of asserting personal defense.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:1-7

Encourages believers to settle disputes internally rather than seeking judgment from outside authorities, differing from Paul's appeal to Caesar.

1 Corinthians 6:1-7: Dare any of you, having a matter against another, go to law before the unjust, and not before the saints?

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