Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 8:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 8:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 8:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Chronicles, this verse is simply listing some of the family members of a man named Beriah, showing part of his family tree.

1 Chronicles 8:16: And Michael, and Ispah, and Joha, the sons of Beriah;

Contradiction with John 3:16

This verse speaks of God's love and the promise of eternal life, which contrasts with the genealogical listings and specific descriptions of roles found in 1 Chronicles 8:16.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Contradiction with James 1:17

Highlights the constancy and unchanging nature of good gifts from God, differing from the historical and earthly nature of 1 Chronicles 8:16.

James 1:17: Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and cometh down from the Father of lights, with whom is no variableness, neither shadow of turning.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Encourages love and prayer for enemies, unlike the genealogical nature of the Chronicles verse.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against personal vengeance, contrasting with any military or tribal roles inferred in genealogical records.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Defines love in terms not directly relevant to genealogical or historical records.

1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]
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