Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 5:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 5:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 5:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Peter was telling Sapphira that she and her husband were trying to trick God, and because of that, people who already took her husband away because he died would now take her too. It teaches that trying to fool God is wrong and has serious consequences.

Acts 5:9: Then Peter said unto her, How is it that ye have agreed together to tempt the Spirit of the Lord? behold, the feet of them which have buried thy husband [are] at the door, and shall carry thee out.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3-4

These verses emphasize giving in secret, whereas Acts 5:9 suggests a show of public exposure to the consequences of deceit.

Matthew 6:3-4: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse offers wisdom generously without finding fault, while Acts 5:9 highlights immediate judgment for wrongdoing.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Paradox #1

Acts 5:9 might raise questions about the morality of divine punishment being immediate and severe. Some people may feel conflicted about the fairness and compassion of the punishment described, especially in comparison to other biblical messages of forgiveness and redemption. The contradiction could stem from the tension between justice and mercy.

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