Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 28:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 28:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 28:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Jacob wanted to return safely to his dad's house, and if he did, he promised to follow and love God. It's like saying if God helps him get back home safely, then he will listen to God and make Him important in his life.

Genesis 28:21: So that I come again to my father's house in peace; then shall the LORD be my God:

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Genesis 28:21 involves a conditional vow from Jacob to trust God if he returns safely, while Proverbs 3:5 advises unconditional trust in the Lord without leaning on one's understanding.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 4:7

Genesis 28:21 shows Jacob testing God with conditions, whereas Matthew 4:7 (quoting Deuteronomy 6:16) involves Jesus indicating it is wrong to test God.

Matthew 4:7: Jesus said unto him, It is written again, Thou shalt not tempt the Lord thy God. [tempt: or, try, or, put to trial, or, proof]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32

Genesis 28:21 includes Jacob's conditional use of resources and safety, while Matthew 6:31-32 highlights trusting God unconditionally for these things since He knows our needs.

Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

In Genesis 28:21, Jacob is making future plans based on his conditions; however, James 4:13-15 warns against making plans without acknowledging God's will, advocating instead for saying "if the Lord wills."

James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
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