Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 17:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 17:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 17:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God promised Abraham that he would have many children and grandchildren, and his family would become great nations with kings coming from them. This shows how God planned to bless Abraham's family in a big and special way.

Genesis 17:6: And I will make thee exceeding fruitful, and I will make nations of thee, and kings shall come out of thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:30

Genesis 17:6 promises greatness and kingship through Abram's lineage, while this verse indicates the first could be last and the last first.

Matthew 19:30: But many [that are] first shall be last; and the last [shall be] first.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

Genesis 17:6 focuses on elevation, whereas this verse emphasizes humbling the exalted.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with James 4:10

Genesis 17:6 promises greatness, while this verse speaks of humility leading to exaltation.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:28-29

Genesis 17:6 speaks of lineage greatness, yet this verse says God chooses the lowly over the mighty.

1 Corinthians 1:28-29: And base things of the world, and things which are despised, hath God chosen, [yea], and things which are not, to bring to nought things that are:

Contradiction with Matthew 20:16

Genesis 17:6 promises multiplication and greatness, whereas this verse suggests an inversion of order, with the last being first.

Matthew 20:16: So the last shall be first, and the first last: for many be called, but few chosen.

Paradox #1

Genesis 17:6 might present a contradiction or inconsistency in terms of the themes of favoritism and inequality. The verse could be seen as suggesting a preference for certain people or groups, which might conflict with the idea of equality and justice for all people. This preference might be viewed as inconsistent with the notion of impartiality or universal fairness.

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