Contradictions and Paradoxes in Acts 9:33

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Acts 9:33 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Acts 9:33. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Luke, Aeneas was a man who couldn't get out of bed or walk for eight years because he was very sick. Christians believe that this story shows God's power to heal and help people.

Acts 9:33: And there he found a certain man named Aeneas, which had kept his bed eight years, and was sick of the palsy.

Contradiction with James 5:14-15

Acts 9:33 mentions Peter healing a man, while James 5:14-15 speaks of elders praying to heal the sick, highlighting different healing practices.

James 5:14-15: Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:

Contradiction with John 14:12

Acts 9:33 shows Peter performing a wondrous act, whereas John 14:12 suggests that every believer can do such acts, implying a broader capability.

John 14:12: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater [works] than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9

Acts 9:33 depicts immediate healing, whereas 2 Corinthians 12:9 emphasizes enduring weakness with grace rather than being instantly healed.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
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