Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 9:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 9:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 9:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, who wrote the book of Acts, Saul (later called Paul) was very brave and spoke about Jesus to people who didn't believe. But some of those people became angry and wanted to hurt him.

Acts 9:29: And he spake boldly in the name of the Lord Jesus, and disputed against the Grecians: but they went about to slay him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Acts 9:29 describes Paul disputing, whereas Matthew 5:9 blesses peacemakers.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Acts 9:29 involves conflict, while Romans 12:18 advises living peaceably with all.

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

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:10

Acts 9:29 involves disputes, but 1 Corinthians 1:10 calls for no divisions.

1 Corinthians 1:10: Now I beseech you, brethren, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that ye all speak the same thing, and [that] there be no divisions among you; but [that] ye be perfectly joined together in the same mind and in the same judgment. [divisions: Gr. schisms]

Contradiction with James 3:17

Acts 9:29 references debating, opposed to the peace promoted in James 3:17.

James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:5

Acts 9:29 involves argument, while Philippians 4:5 advises moderation.

Philippians 4:5: Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord [is] at hand.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 2:24

Acts 9:29 involves strife, against 2 Timothy 2:24 promoting gentleness and patience.

2 Timothy 2:24: And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all [men], apt to teach, patient, [patient: or, forbearing]
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