Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23
Contradicts by emphasizing that wisdom and learning should not be boasted about, while Acts 7:22 highlights Moses' wisdom.
Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Contradicts by encouraging trust in the Lord over personal understanding, whereas Acts 7:22 highlights Moses' wisdom in Egyptian ways.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27
Contradicts as it states God chooses the foolish to shame the wise, contrasting the mention of Moses' wisdom in Acts 7:22.
1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;
Contradiction with James 1:5
Contradicts by suggesting wisdom is given by God to those who lack it, while Acts 7:22 implies Moses already possessed great learning.
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.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:18
Contradicts by suggesting that increased wisdom leads to increased sorrow, while Acts 7:22 presents wisdom positively.
Ecclesiastes 1:18: For in much wisdom [is] much grief: and he that increaseth knowledge increaseth sorrow.
Paradox #1
Acts 7:22 talks about Moses being educated and powerful in speech and action. A potential contradiction arises when comparing this with Exodus 4:10, where Moses tells God he is not eloquent and is slow of speech. The conflict is between Moses being described as skilled in speaking and Moses himself saying he is not good at it.
Paradox #2
The contradiction some people point out is that, according to the Bible, Moses was described as being very learned in Egyptian wisdom in Acts 7:22. However, the earlier Old Testament accounts, like in Exodus, focus more on Moses's Hebrew background and his mission to lead the Israelites. This raises questions about the level of Egyptian education he actually received and how that would have influenced his leadership.
Paradox #3
The potential contradiction in Acts 7:22 could relate to the emphasis on wisdom and education versus humility and reliance on faith. In some religious interpretations, there can be tension between valuing human wisdom and understanding versus relying on divine guidance. Balancing intellectual knowledge with spiritual faith might create an inconsistency for some believers.