Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 12:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 12:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 12:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, God helped Abraham by making Pharaoh send him away safely with his wife and all his belongings. This shows how God looked after Abraham and kept him safe.

Genesis 12:20: And Pharaoh commanded [his] men concerning him: and they sent him away, and his wife, and all that he had.

Contradiction with Exodus 22:21

Genesis 12:20 describes Pharaoh dealing kindly with Abram, but Exodus 22:21 warns against vexing or oppressing a stranger, implying potential mistreatment.

Exodus 22:21: Thou shalt neither vex a stranger, nor oppress him: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:34

Genesis 12:20 shows Pharaoh treating Abram favorably, while Leviticus 19:34 commands to treat strangers as citizens, aiming for equality not just benefits.

Leviticus 19:34: [But] the stranger that dwelleth with you shall be unto you as one born among you, and thou shalt love him as thyself; for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt: I [am] the LORD your God.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 10:19

Genesis 12:20 suggests separation as Pharaoh sends Abram away, while Deuteronomy 10:19 instructs to love the stranger.

Deuteronomy 10:19: Love ye therefore the stranger: for ye were strangers in the land of Egypt.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Genesis 12:20 depicts Pharaoh sending Abram away due to distress or fear, whereas Matthew 5:44 advises to love and bless even enemies.

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 Hebrews 13:2

Genesis 12:20 features Pharaoh sending Abram away as a precaution, but Hebrews 13:2 encourages entertaining strangers, suggesting welcoming instead of avoiding.

Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
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