Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 3:10
This verse emphasizes that those who do not work should not eat, contrasting the communal sharing and distribution of goods in Acts 4:35.
2 Thessalonians 3:10: For even when we were with you, this we commanded you, that if any would not work, neither should he eat.
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:11
This verse advocates for wealth gained little by little, challenging the idea of distributing wealth freely as in Acts 4:35.
Proverbs 13:11: Wealth [gotten] by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. [by labour: Heb. with the hand]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 5:8
This verse highlights the responsibility of providing for one's own household, which may appear in conflict with the communal distribution in Acts 4:35.
1 Timothy 5:8: But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel. [house: or, kindred]
Contradiction with Matthew 25:29
Suggests that those who have will receive more, while Acts 4:35 demonstrates equal distribution to those in need.
Matthew 25:29: For unto every one that hath shall be given, and he shall have abundance: but from him that hath not shall be taken away even that which he hath.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 9:6
This verse promotes reaping what one sows, potentially in opposition to the unreserved giving in Acts 4:35.
2 Corinthians 9:6: But this [I say], He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction might be related to the idea of communal living, where resources are shared among everyone. Some might argue that this conflicts with modern notions of personal property and individual wealth accumulation. It raises questions about fairness and personal responsibility, as not everyone agrees that wealth should be distributed equally regardless of effort or contribution.