Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 26:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 26:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 26:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse shows that Isaac's helpers dug another well, but people argued about it and didn't get along, so they named the well "Hatred." This story teaches us that sometimes people can fight over things, and it reminds us to try to be peaceful.

Genesis 26:21: And they digged another well, and strove for that also: and he called the name of it Sitnah. [Sitnah: that is, Hatred]

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

The verse suggests a soft answer turns away wrath, which contrasts with the strife that arises in Genesis 26:21.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Promotes peacemakers as blessed, contradicting the dispute over the well in Genesis 26:21.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Encourages living peaceably with all men, conflicting with the quarrel in Genesis 26:21.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Galatians 5:22-23

Lists peace as a fruit of the Spirit, contrary to the contention described in Genesis 26:21.

Galatians 5:22-23: But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,
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