Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 9:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 9:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 9:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, the person who wrote the book of Acts, some leaders gave Saul the power to catch and tie up people who believed in Jesus. They were upset with these people because they loved Jesus and said His name.

Acts 9:14: And here he hath authority from the chief priests to bind all that call on thy name.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Acts 9:14 mentions persecuting followers of Jesus, whereas this verse instructs to love enemies and pray for persecutors.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Acts 9:14 describes Saul seeking to harm Christians, while this verse teaches to do good to those who hate you.

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

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Acts 9:14 implies threats and potential harm to Christians, contrasting with the commandment "Thou shalt not kill."

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Romans 12:14

Acts 9:14 discusses harm to the saints, yet this verse advises blessing those who persecute you.

Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.

Contradiction with 1 John 3:15

Acts 9:14 involves intentions that could lead to harm, while this verse states that hating a brother is akin to murder.

1 John 3:15: Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.
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