Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 25:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 25:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 25:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Abraham gave presents to his other children and sent them to live far away so that Isaac could be the main one to stay in the family. This way, Isaac would be special and continue the family's story.

Genesis 25:6: But unto the sons of the concubines, which Abraham had, Abraham gave gifts, and sent them away from Isaac his son, while he yet lived, eastward, unto the east country.

Contradiction with Genesis 21:10

This verse shows Sarah wanting to cast out Hagar's son, Ishmael, which conflicts with the notion of Abraham giving gifts and a considerate farewell to all sons.

Genesis 21:10: Wherefore she said unto Abraham, Cast out this bondwoman and her son: for the son of this bondwoman shall not be heir with my son, [even] with Isaac.

Contradiction with Genesis 16:5

Sarah's displeasure with Hagar and her son indicates a different relationship than the one described in Genesis 25:6, where an equitable distribution is implied.

Genesis 16:5: And Sarai said unto Abram, My wrong [be] upon thee: I have given my maid into thy bosom; and when she saw that she had conceived, I was despised in her eyes: the LORD judge between me and thee.

Contradiction with Galatians 4:30

This New Testament verse speaks of casting out the bondwoman and her son, which contradicts the idea of Abraham giving them gifts and sending them away graciously.

Galatians 4:30: Nevertheless what saith the scripture? Cast out the bondwoman and her son: for the son of the bondwoman shall not be heir with the son of the freewoman.

Contradiction with Genesis 21:14

Abraham sending Hagar and Ishmael away with bread and water appears less benevolent compared to giving gifts to his concubines' sons before sending them away as stated in Genesis 25:6.

Genesis 21:14: And Abraham rose up early in the morning, and took bread, and a bottle of water, and gave [it] unto Hagar, putting [it] on her shoulder, and the child, and sent her away: and she departed, and wandered in the wilderness of Beersheba.

Contradiction with Genesis 17:18-21

God's covenant with Isaac as the chosen heir seems to overshadow the consideration given to other sons as indicated in Genesis 25:6.

Genesis 17:18-21: And Abraham said unto God, O that Ishmael might live before thee!

Paradox #1

Different parts of the Bible present varying views on inheritance and the treatment of children. Some passages suggest equal treatment for all children, while others show preferences or give different inheritance to specific ones. This can lead to questions about fairness and consistency in how family matters are handled.

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