Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 27:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 27:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 27:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Isaac tells Esau that he has already given Jacob, Esau's brother, the special blessing to be the family's leader. Isaac explains that he has also promised Jacob lots of good things like food and drinks, so there's not much left to give to Esau.

Genesis 27:37: And Isaac answered and said unto Esau, Behold, I have made him thy lord, and all his brethren have I given to him for servants; and with corn and wine have I sustained him: and what shall I do now unto thee, my son? [sustained: or, supported]

Contradiction with Genesis 28:3-4

Genesis 28:3-4 discusses Isaac blessing Jacob with the blessings of Abraham, offering him the land of inheritance and prosperity, which contrasts with Genesis 27:37 where Isaac claims he has already bestowed all blessings onto Jacob, leaving nothing for Esau.

Genesis 28:3-4: And God Almighty bless thee, and make thee fruitful, and multiply thee, that thou mayest be a multitude of people; [a multitude...: Heb. an assembly of people]

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:20

Hebrews 11:20 states that Isaac blessed both Jacob and Esau concerning things to come, indicating that Esau did receive a blessing, contrary to the assertion in Genesis 27:37 that all blessings were given to Jacob.

Hebrews 11:20: By faith Isaac blessed Jacob and Esau concerning things to come.

Paradox #1

Genesis 27:37 might present a moral inconsistency regarding favoritism and fairness. In the story, one son's blessing is given at the expense of the other, which could conflict with modern ideas of equality and justice among family members.

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