Contradiction with Proverbs 14:12
While Acts 9:6 highlights immediate obedience to God after the revelation, Proverbs 14:12 warns that what seems right to a person can lead to death, implying not all that seems like divine interaction is necessarily so.
Proverbs 14:12: There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof [are] the ways of death.
Contradiction with Galatians 1:11-12
Acts 9:6 depicts an immediate verbal instruction from Jesus to Saul, whereas in Galatians, Paul emphasizes that his gospel message was not received from any human or even directly from the apostles but from revelation.
Galatians 1:11-12: But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:1
Acts 9:6 presents an immediate acceptance and following of divine instruction, yet 1 John 4:1 advises testing the spirits to discern their origin, suggesting caution rather than immediate action.
1 John 4:1: Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
Contradiction with Matthew 16:23
Acts 9:6 details a positive divine encounter, but in Matthew, Peter’s direct interaction with Jesus leads to a rebuke, indicating that direct communication with divine figures does not always affirm one's actions as correct.
Matthew 16:23: But he turned, and said unto Peter, Get thee behind me, Satan: thou art an offence unto me: for thou savourest not the things that be of God, but those that be of men.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:9
The immediate divine instruction Saul received implies a trustworthy direction, whereas Jeremiah views the heart as deceitful, suggesting individual perceptions or interpretations of divine will may be misleading.
Jeremiah 17:9: The heart [is] deceitful above all [things], and desperately wicked: who can know it?
Contradiction with Exodus 33:20
Acts 9:6 describes a direct conversation with the divine, while Exodus states no one can see God and live, presenting a contradiction in experiencing divine presence directly.
Exodus 33:20: And he said, Thou canst not see my face: for there shall no man see me, and live.
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 11:14
While Saul's experience is portrayed positively, this verse warns that Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light, implying supernatural experiences should be viewed with scrutiny.
2 Corinthians 11:14: And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.
Contradiction with Mark 9:7-8
Acts 9:6 involves a direct and visible encounter, yet in Mark, amidst the transfiguration, divine instruction emphasizes listening to Jesus exclusively, potentially contrasting with the idea of additional visions or instructions.
Mark 9:7-8: And there was a cloud that overshadowed them: and a voice came out of the cloud, saying, This is my beloved Son: hear him.
Paradox #1
Acts 9:6, as commonly referred to in some texts, includes the phrase where Saul asks, "Lord, what wilt thou have me to do?" However, this specific question is not present in all ancient manuscripts and may not appear in modern translations such as the NIV or ESV. This discrepancy could lead to contradictions and inconsistencies regarding the authenticity of the dialogue.