Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 13:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 13:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 13:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Lot, who traveled with Abram, had many animals and tents just like Abram did. This shows that both Lot and Abram were wealthy and had enough to live comfortably while they traveled.

Genesis 13:5: And Lot also, which went with Abram, had flocks, and herds, and tents.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:21

Jesus suggests giving up possessions to follow Him, whereas Lot had many possessions.

Matthew 19:21: Jesus said unto him, If thou wilt be perfect, go [and] sell that thou hast, and give to the poor, and thou shalt have treasure in heaven: and come [and] follow me.

Contradiction with Luke 6:24

Warns against the perils of being rich, while Lot had significant wealth.

Luke 6:24: But woe unto you that are rich! for ye have received your consolation.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10

The love of money is described as the root of all evil, contrasting with Lot's wealth.

1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

Advises against storing up earthly treasures, unlike Lot's significant material wealth.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Mark 10:25

Suggests it is difficult for the rich to enter Heaven, whereas Lot had many possessions.

Mark 10:25: It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle, than for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of God.
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