Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 9:12

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According to Luke, God showed Saul a picture in his mind of a man named Ananias coming to help him see again by putting his hands on him. This was part of God's plan to help Saul, who was blind, so he could see and know about Jesus.

Acts 9:12: And hath seen in a vision a man named Ananias coming in, and putting [his] hand on him, that he might receive his sight.

Contradiction with James 1:6

It emphasizes unwavering faith, while Acts 9:12 suggests Paul's vision was direct and clear.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with John 4:48

It suggests signs and wonders are necessary for belief, whereas Acts 9:12 indicates a vision without requiring further signs.

John 4:48: Then said Jesus unto him, Except ye see signs and wonders, ye will not believe.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Advises trusting in the Lord and not relying on one's understanding, yet Acts 9:12 involves a direct vision given to Paul to understand his next steps.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 19:12-13

Elijah recognizes God in a still small voice, contrasting with the specific vision of a man in Acts 9:12.

1 Kings 19:12-13: And after the earthquake a fire; [but] the LORD [was] not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:7

Instructs living by faith, not by sight; Acts 9:12 is a vivid visual experience.

2 Corinthians 5:7: (For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
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