Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 5:40

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 5:40 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 5:40. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the people in charge agreed to hurt Jesus' friends to try and stop them from talking about Jesus. But after they hurt them, they let them go.

Acts 5:40: And to him they agreed: and when they had called the apostles, and beaten [them], they commanded that they should not speak in the name of Jesus, and let them go.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse teaches to resist not evil and turn the other cheek, contradicting the punishment aspect of Acts 5:40.

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 Proverbs 15:1

This verse speaks of a gentle answer turning away wrath, whereas Acts 5:40 involves punishment leading to further conflict.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking vengeance, leaving it to God's wrath, contrary to the council's act of punishing the apostles in Acts 5:40.

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 Peter 3:9

This verse instructs not to repay evil for evil or insult for insult, contrasting the punishment given to the apostles in Acts 5:40.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:12

Also known as the Golden Rule, it suggests doing to others as you would have them do to you, which opposes the punishment in Acts 5:40.

Matthew 7:12: Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse encourages loving your enemies and doing good to those who hate you, which contrasts with the punitive actions taken in Acts 5:40.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this context could be about the use of violence or punishment against others for their beliefs, which seems to conflict with the broader biblical message of love and forgiveness. This may lead to questions about why harm is justified in this particular situation.

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