Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 31:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 31:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 31:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Jacob left secretly without telling Laban, because he was afraid Laban might stop him. This shows Jacob's desire to go back home with his family.

Genesis 31:20: And Jacob stole away unawares to Laban the Syrian, in that he told him not that he fled. [unawares...: Heb. the heart of Laban]

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Contradicts Genesis 31:20 by advocating for obedience to authorities, while Genesis 31:20 describes deception against authority.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Colossians 3:9

Contradicts Genesis 31:20 by instructing not to lie, whereas Genesis 31:20 involves deception.

Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:16

Contradicts Genesis 31:20 by commanding not to bear false witness, which can parallel the deceit in fleeing.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:25

Contradicts Genesis 31:20 by advising to put away lying, opposing Jacob's secretive departure.

Ephesians 4:25: Wherefore putting away lying, speak every man truth with his neighbour: for we are members one of another.

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:22

Contradicts Genesis 31:20 as it states lying lips are an abomination, while Genesis 31:20 involves deceit through silence.

Proverbs 12:22: Lying lips [are] abomination to the LORD: but they that deal truly [are] his delight.
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