Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 31:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 31:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 31:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Rachel and Leah were asking if they would get anything from their father when they leave, like money or belongings. They were wondering if their father still cared about them and would give them some of his things.

Genesis 31:14: And Rachel and Leah answered and said unto him, [Is there] yet any portion or inheritance for us in our father's house?

Contradiction with Exodus 20:12

This verse emphasizes honoring parents, which contradicts Genesis 31:14 where Rachel and Leah express a detachment from their father.

Exodus 20:12: Honour thy father and thy mother: that thy days may be long upon the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:19

Jesus advocates for honoring one's father and mother, while Genesis 31:14 shows Rachel and Leah acknowledging a lack of inheritance from their father, implying familial discord.

Matthew 19:19: Honour thy father and [thy] mother: and, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself.
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