Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 30:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 30:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 30:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the author of Genesis, Jacob is talking to Laban and reminding him how hard he worked to take care of Laban's animals. Jacob wants Laban to remember that the animals grew strong and healthy because of his work.

Genesis 30:29: And he said unto him, Thou knowest how I have served thee, and how thy cattle was with me.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

This verse suggests that God will supply all needs, whereas Genesis 30:29 implies Jacob's prosperity depended on his own labor.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:22

This verse states the blessing of the Lord makes rich without sorrow, while Genesis 30:29 attributes Jacob's wealth to his own efforts amid adversities.

Proverbs 10:22: The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:26

This verse indicates God provides for all creatures without toil, in contrast to Genesis 30:29 where Jacob worked hard for his wealth.

Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:17

This verse advises not to trust in uncertain riches but in God, which contrasts with Genesis 30:29 emphasizing wealth gained through Jacob's efforts.

1 Timothy 6:17: Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; [uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:19

This verse suggests wealth is a gift from God, contrary to Genesis 30:29 which stresses Jacob's personal hard work.

Ecclesiastes 5:19: Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this [is] the gift of God.
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