Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
This verse commands to teach all nations and baptize them, which contradicts the order to not speak or teach in the name of Jesus.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]
Contradiction with Mark 16:15
This verse commands to preach the gospel to all creation, contradicting the restriction on speaking in Jesus' name.
Mark 16:15: And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature.
Contradiction with Acts 5:29
This verse states that we ought to obey God rather than men, contradicting the order from authorities to stop teaching in Jesus' name.
Acts 5:29: Then Peter and the [other] apostles answered and said, We ought to obey God rather than men.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:27
This verse instructs to speak in the light and preach upon the housetops, opposing the command to be silent.
Matthew 10:27: What I tell you in darkness, [that] speak ye in light: and what ye hear in the ear, [that] preach ye upon the housetops.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 4:2
This verse urges to preach the word and be ready at all times, regardless of human commands to refrain from doing so.
2 Timothy 4:2: Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.
Contradiction with Acts 1:8
This verse promises power to be witnesses unto Jesus, contrasting with the prohibition on speaking in His name.
Acts 1:8: But ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is come upon you: and ye shall be witnesses unto me both in Jerusalem, and in all Judaea, and in Samaria, and unto the uttermost part of the earth. [power...: or, the power of the Holy Ghost coming upon you]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 9:16
This verse declares a necessity to preach the gospel, despite any directives to the contrary.
1 Corinthians 9:16: For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!
Contradiction with Romans 10:14
This verse emphasizes the necessity of preaching for others to hear and believe, contradicting any restrictions on sharing the message of Jesus.
Romans 10:14: How then shall they call on him in whom they have not believed? and how shall they believe in him of whom they have not heard? and how shall they hear without a preacher?
Paradox #1
Acts 4:18 involves authorities ordering individuals not to speak or teach about Jesus. A potential moral conflict here is between obeying human authorities and staying true to one's religious beliefs or divine commands. This creates a tension between following laws and adhering to personal faith convictions.