Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 17:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 17:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 17:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, God told Abraham to always follow a special promise between them, and he should teach his family and future kids to do the same. This promise was an important rule that God wanted Abraham and his family to remember forever.

Genesis 17:9: And God said unto Abraham, Thou shalt keep my covenant therefore, thou, and thy seed after thee in their generations.

Contradiction with Romans 2:29

This verse emphasizes inward, spiritual circumcision of the heart rather than the outward physical circumcision commanded in Genesis 17:9.

Romans 2:29: But he [is] a Jew, which is one inwardly; and circumcision [is that] of the heart, in the spirit, [and] not in the letter; whose praise [is] not of men, but of God.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:6

Here, Paul states that neither circumcision nor uncircumcision has any value, contradicting the mandate for physical circumcision in Genesis 17:9.

Galatians 5:6: For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 7:18-19

Paul advises believers to remain as they are regarding circumcision, implying it is not necessary, contrasting with the command in Genesis 17:9.

1 Corinthians 7:18-19: Is any man called being circumcised? let him not become uncircumcised. Is any called in uncircumcision? let him not be circumcised.

Contradiction with Acts 15:1-2

Early church leaders dispute the necessity of circumcision for salvation, conflicting with the covenantal requirement outlined in Genesis 17:9.

Acts 15:1-2: And certain men which came down from Judaea taught the brethren, [and said], Except ye be circumcised after the manner of Moses, ye cannot be saved.

Contradiction with Philippians 3:3

This verse states that true believers are those who worship in the Spirit and put no confidence in the flesh, opposing the physical requirement of circumcision in Genesis 17:9.

Philippians 3:3: For we are the circumcision, which worship God in the spirit, and rejoice in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency might arise from the requirement placed upon Abraham and his descendants, which could be viewed as a command that imposes religious rituals or practices on individuals without their consent. This could be seen as conflicting with contemporary values of personal choice and bodily autonomy.

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