Acts 23:8

For the Sadducees say that there is no resurrection, neither angel, nor spirit: but the Pharisees confess both.

Cross-references

Acts 23:9 Parallel

In Acts 23:9, the Pharisees apply their belief in spirits/angels from v8 to defend Paul, arguing maybe a spirit spoke to him.

Acts 4:1 Historical context

Acts 4:1 introduces Sadducees opposing Peter—their denial of resurrection explains hostility.

Matthew 22:23 notes Sadducees say no resurrection—identical description.

Mark 12:18 Parallel

Mark 12:18 states Sadducees deny resurrection—direct parallel.

Luke 20:27 Parallel

Luke 20:27 also reports Sadducees deny resurrection—synoptic parallel.

In 1 Corinthians 15:13, Paul argues that if there is no resurrection (as Sadducees claim), then Christ is not risen—showing the devastating consequence of their doctrine.

Matthew 16:12 warns about teaching of Pharisees and Sadducees—both contrasted here.