Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 3:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 3:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 3:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the man could not walk since he was born, so his friends brought him every day to the temple gate called Beautiful to ask people for money when they went inside. The Christians believe this shows that God cares for everyone, even those who are sick or in need.

Acts 3:2: And a certain man lame from his mother's womb was carried, whom they laid daily at the gate of the temple which is called Beautiful, to ask alms of them that entered into the temple;

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

While Acts 3:2 describes a man who is unable to walk and thus depends on others, Philippians 4:13 emphasizes personal strength and ability through Christ, which indirectly contradicts the man's state of helplessness.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Acts 3:2 depicts a man who has been lame all his life and requires aid, while Isaiah 40:31 states that those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength, suggesting the ability to overcome physical limitations.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Matthew 21:22

This verse suggests that with faith and prayer, anything can be accomplished, implying that the lame man, through faith, might be healed and walk, contradicting the situation in Acts 3:2 where he remains dependent.

Matthew 21:22: And all things, whatsoever ye shall ask in prayer, believing, ye shall receive.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9

Acts 3:2 presents a man unable to walk, yet 2 Corinthians 12:9 suggests strength and perfection in weakness, implying that reliance on divine strength should transcend physical limitations.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Contradiction with Mark 10:27

Acts 3:2 shows a man in a dire, unchangeable physical state, but Mark 10:27 asserts that all things are possible with God, suggesting the possibility of his healing.

Mark 10:27: And Jesus looking upon them saith, With men [it is] impossible, but not with God: for with God all things are possible.
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