Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 9:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 9:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 9:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, this verse means that Saul could see again after being blind, and he decided to follow Jesus by getting baptized. It's like when you clean your glasses and then everything is clear, and then you're so happy you join your friends in a big celebration.

Acts 9:18: And immediately there fell from his eyes as it had been scales: and he received sight forthwith, and arose, and was baptized.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26

Trusting in one’s own heart is deemed foolish, conflicting with Saul's quick belief in the vision he experienced.

Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.

Contradiction with Acts 9:26

This verse shows initial disbelief among the disciples about Saul’s transformation, contradicting the straightforward acceptance implied in Acts 9:18.

Acts 9:26: And when Saul was come to Jerusalem, he assayed to join himself to the disciples: but they were all afraid of him, and believed not that he was a disciple.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:7

Emphasizes walking by faith, not sight, while Acts 9:18 describes the physical restoration of Saul’s sight.

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

Contradiction with John 20:29

Highlights a blessing for those who believe without seeing, contrasting with Saul regaining sight before believing.

John 20:29: Jesus saith unto him, Thomas, because thou hast seen me, thou hast believed: blessed [are] they that have not seen, and [yet] have believed.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

God looks at the heart, not appearances or physical sight, which opposes the focus on Saul’s regained sight.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
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