Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 7:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 7:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 7:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this verse shows someone being mean to another person and not wanting help, asking, "Who put you in charge of us?" It’s like when someone doesn't want to listen to a friend trying to help them make things right.

Acts 7:27: But he that did his neighbour wrong thrust him away, saying, Who made thee a ruler and a judge over us?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Matthew 5:39 suggests turning the other cheek when wronged, contrasting with the act of pushing away a fellow in defiance described in Acts 7:27.

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

Proverbs 15:1 advises a soft answer to turn away wrath, in opposition to the act of pushing described in Acts 7:27.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:17

Romans 12:17 instructs believers not to repay anyone evil for evil, which contrasts with the defiant reaction in Acts 7:27.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

Luke 6:29 preaches offering the other cheek instead of retaliating, which is contradictory to the behavior shown in Acts 7:27.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Romans 12:18 counsels living peaceably with all, unlike the confrontational behavior seen in Acts 7:27.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Paradox #1

The moral conflict in Acts 7:27 could be seen in the idea of rejecting someone who is trying to help or correct wrongdoing. A person who resists advice or help might struggle with pride or unwillingness to change, leading to potential conflict between the need for personal accountability and the resistance to outside guidance.

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