Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 23:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 23:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 23:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Ephron is talking to Abraham. He is about to discuss something important with him.

Genesis 23:14: And Ephron answered Abraham, saying unto him,

Contradiction with Exodus 20:15

This verse contradicts Genesis 23:14 by stating "Thou shalt not steal," reflecting a broader moral directive, whereas Genesis 23:14 pertains to a voluntary, mutual negotiation involving property.

Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.

Contradiction with Luke 6:30

This verse says, "Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask them not again." It contradicts the transaction in Genesis 23:14, where instead of simply giving, there was a complex negotiation.

Luke 6:30: Give to every man that asketh of thee; and of him that taketh away thy goods ask [them] not again.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:1

This verse states, "A false balance is abomination to the LORD: but a just weight is his delight." This verse could be seen as a more general contrast to the honest negotiation implied in Genesis 23:14, emphasizing integrity and honesty in trade.

Proverbs 11:1: A false balance [is] abomination to the LORD: but a just weight [is] his delight. [A false...: Heb. Balances of deceit] [just...: Heb. perfect stone]
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