Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 24:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 24:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 24:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the girl quickly went home to her family to tell them all the exciting things that had happened. It was important for her to share the news with her loved ones.

Genesis 24:28: And the damsel ran, and told [them of] her mother's house these things.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3

While Genesis 24:28 shows Rebekah openly sharing news, Matthew 6:3 advises keeping one's charitable acts private, contrasting openness with secrecy.

Matthew 6:3: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:13

This verse highlights keeping matters private, while Rebekah's actions in Genesis 24:28 demonstrate sharing personal events with others.

Proverbs 11:13: A talebearer revealeth secrets: but he that is of a faithful spirit concealeth the matter. [A talebearer: Heb. He that walketh, being a talebearer]

Contradiction with John 2:4

Jesus tells Mary his time has not yet come, suggesting a reserved approach in contrast to Rebekah's immediate sharing in Genesis 24:28.

John 2:4: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, what have I to do with thee? mine hour is not yet come.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:27

Emphasizes restraint in speech, contrasting with Rebekah's eagerness to share news with her family in Genesis 24:28.

Proverbs 17:27: He that hath knowledge spareth his words: [and] a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. [an...: or, a cool]

Contradiction with James 1:19

Advises being slow to speak, which contrasts with Rebekah's prompt action to tell her family about the visitor in Genesis 24:28.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
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