Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 4:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 4:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 4:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people in charge of the temple and some leaders came up to the followers of Jesus while they were talking to everyone. They wanted to know more about what they were saying.

Acts 4:1: And as they spake unto the people, the priests, and the captain of the temple, and the Sadducees, came upon them, [captain: or, ruler]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, while Acts 4:1 describes apostles being opposed by authorities, which could imply conflict.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Paul instructs to submit to governing authorities, but Acts 4:1 shows religious leaders opposing the apostles, indicating a challenge to authority.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Titus 3:1

Advises obedience to rulers, contrasting with the conflict described in Acts 4:1 between apostles and authorities.

Titus 3:1: Put them in mind to be subject to principalities and powers, to obey magistrates, to be ready to every good work,
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