Contradiction with Genesis 30:43
Shows Jacob becoming exceedingly prosperous, potentially contradicting the fairness implied in Genesis 30:32.
Genesis 30:43: And the man increased exceedingly, and had much cattle, and maidservants, and menservants, and camels, and asses.
Contradiction with Genesis 31:9
Suggests God's intervention in Jacob’s favor, not merely a deal's terms.
Genesis 31:9: Thus God hath taken away the cattle of your father, and given [them] to me.
Contradiction with Genesis 31:7
Implies Laban's deceit, whereas Genesis 30:32 is presented as a fair agreement.
Genesis 31:7: And your father hath deceived me, and changed my wages ten times; but God suffered him not to hurt me.
Contradiction with Genesis 31:41
Jacob cites suffering under Laban, differing from the simplistic business exchange in Genesis 30:32.
Genesis 31:41: Thus have I been twenty years in thy house; I served thee fourteen years for thy two daughters, and six years for thy cattle: and thou hast changed my wages ten times.
Paradox #1
Some people might find a contradiction or inconsistency in terms of animal breeding practices described. The selective breeding technique mentioned may have seemed unusual or ineffective according to modern understanding of genetics and animal husbandry.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this context is about genetics and animal breeding. The verse implies that the physical appearance of the animals, such as having speckles or spots, can be influenced directly by the visual patterns they are exposed to during conception. Modern genetics contradicts this idea, as genetic traits are inherited according to genes passed down from the parents, not by visual stimuli seen by the animals during breeding.
Paradox #3
Genesis 30:32 involves Jacob making an agreement with Laban about sheep and goats. A potential contradiction here could be about fairness and honesty. Jacob uses a clever strategy to gain more animals for himself, which may raise questions about whether being cunning in this way is morally right or wrong. Does it show resourcefulness, or does it cross a line into being deceitful?