Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
This verse commands, "Thou shalt not kill," which can be seen as contradicting the narrative of Genesis 22 where Abraham is prepared to sacrifice Isaac.
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Judges 11:31-34
Jephthah’s vow leads to the sacrifice of his daughter, contrasting the intervention in Genesis 22 where Isaac is spared.
Judges 11:31-34: Then it shall be, that whatsoever cometh forth of the doors of my house to meet me, when I return in peace from the children of Ammon, shall surely be the LORD'S, and I will offer it up for a burnt offering. [whatsoever...: Heb. that which cometh forth, which shall come forth] [and...: or, or I will offer it, etc]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 19:5
It condemns the offering of human sacrifices, which is in tension with the initial command to Abraham to sacrifice Isaac.
Jeremiah 19:5: They have built also the high places of Baal, to burn their sons with fire [for] burnt offerings unto Baal, which I commanded not, nor spake [it], neither came [it] into my mind:
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
God desires mercy and not sacrifice, presenting a contradiction to the sacrificial test in Genesis 22.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Micah 6:7
This verse questions the value of offering one's firstborn, contrasting with God’s command in Genesis 22.
Micah 6:7: Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, [or] with ten thousands of rivers of oil? shall I give my firstborn [for] my transgression, the fruit of my body [for] the sin of my soul? [body: Heb. belly]
Contradiction with Matthew 9:13
Jesus emphasizes mercy over sacrifice, contradicting the willingness to sacrifice Isaac in Genesis 22.
Matthew 9:13: But go ye and learn what [that] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
Contradiction with Matthew 12:7
It reiterates the preference for mercy over sacrifice, opposing the idea of Isaac's binding by Abraham.
Matthew 12:7: But if ye had known what [this] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Genesis 22:14 may arise from the idea of God providing a substitute sacrifice. This can seem inconsistent with the earlier command for Abraham to sacrifice his son, Isaac, which raises questions about divine demands and the nature of faith. The story illustrates a test of faith and obedience, but some might view the initial command as morally troubling.