Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 21:27

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 21:27 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 21:27. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Abraham gave sheep and cows to Abimelech as a gift, and they made a special promise to be friends. This shows how they chose to work together peacefully.

Genesis 21:27: And Abraham took sheep and oxen, and gave them unto Abimelech; and both of them made a covenant.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17

This verse emphasizes kindness without expectation, contrasting with Genesis 21:27's mutual exchange.

Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]

Contradiction with Luke 6:35

Encourages giving without seeking repayment, unlike the mutual agreement in Genesis 21:27.

Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

Suggests giving freely, contrasting the reciprocal exchange in Genesis 21:27.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.
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