Contradiction with Exodus 20:16
This verse states, "Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour," which contradicts Jacob's deceitful action in Genesis 27:18 as he pretends to be Esau to receive his father's blessing.
Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:11
This verse commands, "Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another," directly opposing Jacob's lie to his father.
Leviticus 19:11: Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.
Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22
This verse states, "Lying lips are abomination to the Lord," highlighting that Jacob's deception in Genesis 27:18 is against God's wishes.
Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.
Paradox #1
This verse is part of the story where Jacob deceives his father Isaac to receive the blessing meant for his brother Esau. The potential theological conflict here arises from the issue of deception being rewarded. In many religious teachings, honesty is valued, and deception is considered wrong. However, in this story, Jacob's deceitful actions lead to him receiving a blessing, raising questions about the moral implications and how divine will is carried out through human actions.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Genesis 27:18 could be related to the act of deception. In this verse, Jacob deceives his father Isaac by pretending to be his brother Esau. This raises questions about honesty, trust, and family values, as Jacob's actions involve lying and tricking his father to receive a blessing. The conflict arises between the apparent approval or success of the deceit and the moral value of honesty.