Contradiction with Genesis 30:43
It contradicts Genesis 30:25 where Jacob is seeking to leave Laban's house, but by Genesis 30:43, Jacob is becoming exceedingly prosperous while still being with Laban.
Genesis 30:43: And the man increased exceedingly, and had much cattle, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and asses.
Contradiction with Genesis 31:3
In Genesis 30:25, Jacob expresses his desire to leave, whereas in Genesis 31:3, it is God who instructs Jacob to return to his homeland, suggesting a divine order rather than Jacob's initiative.
Genesis 31:3: And the LORD said unto Jacob, Return unto the land of thy fathers, and to thy kindred; and I will be with thee.
Contradiction with Genesis 31:24
Genesis 30:25 shows Jacob wanting to leave, yet in Genesis 31:24, God warns Laban not to harm Jacob, indicating divine protection that might imply ongoing relations rather than separation.
Genesis 31:24: And God came to Laban the Syrian in a dream by night, and said unto him, Take heed that thou speak not to Jacob either good or bad. [either...: Heb. from good to bad]
Contradiction with Genesis 31:38
In Genesis 30:25, Jacob is ready to leave, yet Genesis 31:38 recounts the 20 years of service he mentions, emphasizing a longer duration with Laban than what immediate departure would suggest.
Genesis 31:38: This twenty years [have] I [been] with thee; thy ewes and thy she goats have not cast their young, and the rams of thy flock have I not eaten.
Contradiction with Genesis 46:1-4
Genesis 30:25 shows Jacob intending to leave for his homeland, but Genesis 46:1-4 narrates God's assurance to Jacob about going to Egypt, contradicting the notion of permanently returning home immediately.
Genesis 46:1-4: And Israel took his journey with all that he had, and came to Beersheba, and offered sacrifices unto the God of his father Isaac.