Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 17:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 17:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 17:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God changed Abram's name to Abraham to show that he would be the father of many nations and have many children and grandchildren. This was a special promise from God to Abraham.

Genesis 17:5: Neither shall thy name any more be called Abram, but thy name shall be Abraham; for a father of many nations have I made thee. [Abraham: that is, Father of a great multitude]

Paradox #1

Genesis 17:5 mentions the change of Abram's name to Abraham, signifying him becoming the father of many nations. One potential contradiction arises when considering archaeological and historical records, which lack direct evidence of Abram or Abraham's existence as a historical figure. Additionally, some scholars point out the anachronistic timing of certain events or names, making it challenging to align the narrative with known historical timelines.

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