In Acts 21:39, Paul similarly asks permission to speak to a hostile crowd — a recurring pattern of his boldness in crises.

In Acts 14:14-18, Paul prevents a crowd from sacrificing to him — a reversal of roles here where disciples prevent Paul from entering the theater.

In Acts 17:22-31, Paul actually addresses the Areopagus crowd, whereas here he is prevented from entering the theater — an intended speech blocked.

In Acts 21:37, Paul asks to speak to the tribune while under arrest — another instance of Paul seeking to speak in a dangerous setting.

In 2 Samuel 18:3, the people prevent David from going to battle, valuing his life — directly parallel to the disciples restraining Paul here.

In 2 Samuel 21:17, David's men vow he will not go to battle to protect the lamp of Israel — same protective restraint as the disciples show Paul.