Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22
Lying lips are abomination to the Lord: but they that deal truly are his delight.
Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:16
Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:11
Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.
Leviticus 19:11: Ye shall not steal, neither deal falsely, neither lie one to another.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:9
Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds.
Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:5
A false witness shall not be unpunished, and he that speaketh lies shall not escape.
Proverbs 19:5: A false witness shall not be unpunished, and [he that] speaketh lies shall not escape. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25
Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.
Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:8
But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
Revelation 21:8: But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all liars, shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death.
Paradox #1
Genesis 27:23 describes a situation where Isaac mistakenly blesses Jacob instead of Esau. A potential doctrinal inconsistency here could be the concept of deceit being involved in God's plan. Some might see a conflict between this story and teachings about honesty and integrity because Jacob received the blessing through trickery. However, this has often been reconciled in religious teachings by emphasizing God's ultimate sovereignty and purpose in the unfolding of events.
Paradox #2
Genesis 27:23 may present a contradiction or inconsistency in terms of the deception portrayed. In the story, Jacob uses deceit to receive a blessing intended for Esau. Historically, this raises questions about the moral values and the importance of birthrights in ancient times. The narrative can seem inconsistent with other biblical teachings on honesty and integrity.