Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 29:32

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 29:32 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 29:32. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Leah had a baby boy named Reuben and believed God noticed her sadness. She hoped that now her husband would feel more love for her.

Genesis 29:32: And Leah conceived, and bare a son, and she called his name Reuben: for she said, Surely the LORD hath looked upon my affliction; now therefore my husband will love me. [Reuben: that is, See a son]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:33

This verse mentions blessings on the habitation of the just, whereas Genesis 29:32 suggests Leah's suffering and the Lord noticing her affliction.

Proverbs 3:33: The curse of the LORD [is] in the house of the wicked: but he blesseth the habitation of the just.

Contradiction with James 1:2

This verse encourages joy in trials, diverging from Genesis 29:32 where Leah's affliction is highlighted.

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:10

Paul finds strength in weaknesses, contrary to Leah's situation where she sees giving birth to Reuben as vindication.

2 Corinthians 12:10: Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.

Contradiction with Romans 5:3-4

These verses speak about joy in tribulation leading to hope, differing from Leah's situation which is about recognition and possibly lament over being unloved.

Romans 5:3-4: And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

Calls for rejoicing always, contrasting Leah's experience marked by feeling unloved and afflicted.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.
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