Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 31:44

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 31:44 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 31:44. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse is about two people, Jacob and Laban, making a promise to each other to be friends and not to fight. They want this promise to be like a special sign or reminder of their peace.

Genesis 31:44: Now therefore come thou, let us make a covenant, I and thou; and let it be for a witness between me and thee.

Contradiction with Genesis 13:8

Genesis 13:8 speaks about resolving disputes and maintaining peace, while Genesis 31:44 talks about making a covenant due to existing strife or potential deceit.

Genesis 13:8: And Abram said unto Lot, Let there be no strife, I pray thee, between me and thee, and between my herdmen and thy herdmen; for we [be] brethren. [brethren: Heb. men brethren]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Matthew 5:9 blesses peacemakers, which contrasts Genesis 31:44's need for a covenant due to distrust.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Romans 12:18 advises to live peaceably with all, unlike Genesis 31:44 where a formal agreement is needed for peace.

Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.

Contradiction with Psalm 133:1

Psalm 133:1 celebrates brethren dwelling together in unity, contrasting with the lack of trust prompting a covenant in Genesis 31:44.

Psalm 133:1: [A Song of degrees of David.] Behold, how good and how pleasant [it is] for brethren to dwell together in unity! [together...: Heb. even together]

Contradiction with 1 John 4:20

1 John 4:20 emphasizes loving one another, which undercuts the suspicion implied in Genesis 31:44's need for an agreement.

1 John 4:20: If a man say, I love God, and hateth his brother, he is a liar: for he that loveth not his brother whom he hath seen, how can he love God whom he hath not seen?
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