Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1
While Genesis 16:8 involves a direct and confrontational question towards Hagar, Proverbs 15:1 advises that a gentle answer turns away wrath, contrasting the confrontational approach.
Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Genesis 16:8 involves a potential conflict situation, whereas Matthew 5:9 promotes peacemaking, suggesting a different approach to resolving issues.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with James 3:17
The approach in Genesis 16:8 is direct and potentially unsettling, whereas James 3:17 emphasizes wisdom that is peaceable and gentle, contrasting the method of communication.
James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Contradiction with Colossians 4:6
Genesis 16:8 involves a straightforward and possibly harsh question, while Colossians 4:6 encourages speech always to be gracious, highlighting a more gentle inquiry.
Colossians 4:6: Let your speech [be] alway with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:2
In Genesis 16:8, Hagar is questioned in a direct manner, whereas Ephesians 4:2 stresses humility and gentleness, suggesting a softer approach.
Ephesians 4:2: With all lowliness and meekness, with longsuffering, forbearing one another in love;