Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises to trust in the Lord with all your heart, contradicting Abram's questioning and seeking assurance in Genesis 15:8.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Matthew 21:21
This verse suggests that with faith and no doubt, anything can be moved, contradicting Abram's doubt and request for confirmation in Genesis 15:8.
Matthew 21:21: Jesus answered and said unto them, Verily I say unto you, If ye have faith, and doubt not, ye shall not only do this [which is done] to the fig tree, but also if ye shall say unto this mountain, Be thou removed, and be thou cast into the sea; it shall be done.
Contradiction with James 1:6
This verse emphasizes asking in faith without wavering, contrasting Abram's request for proof in Genesis 15:8.
James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.
Paradox #1
Genesis 15:8 involves a question of faith where someone asks for assurance from God. The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of needing proof for faith, as faith is often considered trust without needing evidence. This can seem inconsistent with the idea that faith should be strong and unwavering.