Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 31:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 31:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 31:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse shows how Laban, who was upset because Jacob left with his family and animals, chased after him for seven days to catch up with him at a place called Mount Gilead. Laban took some of his own family with him for the journey to find Jacob.

Genesis 31:23: And he took his brethren with him, and pursued after him seven days' journey; and they overtook him in the mount Gilead.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages loving and blessing enemies, which contradicts with Genesis 31:23 where Laban pursues Jacob with potentially hostile intentions.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises leaving vengeance to God, opposing Laban's pursuit of Jacob for perceived wrongs.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7

This verse suggests that pleasing God makes even enemies be at peace with a person, contrary to Laban's pursuit of Jacob.

Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.

Contradiction with James 1:20

This verse states the wrath of man does not produce God's righteousness, challenging the righteousness of Laban's pursuit.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

This verse teaches to love enemies and do good to those who hate, which contrasts with Laban chasing Jacob with possible hostility.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict might arise from themes of pursuit and potential intentions of harm. The verse involves one person chasing another, which can raise questions about motives, consent, and the morality of pursuing someone who has left. These actions might be seen as contradictory to values of peace, freedom, or respecting others' choices.

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