Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 29:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 29:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 29:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, when Laban heard that his nephew Jacob had arrived, he was very excited. He ran to greet Jacob, gave him a big hug and kiss, and welcomed him into his home to hear all about his journey.

Genesis 29:13: And it came to pass, when Laban heard the tidings of Jacob his sister's son, that he ran to meet him, and embraced him, and kissed him, and brought him to his house. And he told Laban all these things. [tidings: Heb. hearing]

Contradiction with Colossians 3:9

Genesis 29:13 depicts a warm embrace upon meeting, while Colossians 3:9 emphasizes honesty and not lying to each other, contrasting potential deceit in initial greetings.

Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;

Contradiction with Proverbs 26:24-25

Genesis 29:13 shows a sincere greeting, whereas Proverbs warns that pleasant words can be deceitful when hiding true intentions.

Proverbs 26:24-25: He that hateth dissembleth with his lips, and layeth up deceit within him; [dissembleth: or, is known]

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 11:14

Genesis 29:13 exemplifies genuine joy upon meeting a relative, while 2 Corinthians warns of appearances being deceptive, even as disguises of light.

2 Corinthians 11:14: And no marvel; for Satan himself is transformed into an angel of light.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:6

Genesis 29:13 shows affection and kisses, whereas Proverbs states that wounds from a friend are faithful but kisses from an enemy can be deceitful.

Proverbs 27:6: Faithful [are] the wounds of a friend; but the kisses of an enemy [are] deceitful. [deceitful: or, earnest, or, frequent]
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