Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 31:55

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 31:55 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 31:55. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, this verse shows how Laban said goodbye to his family with love and gave them good wishes before leaving to go back to where he lived. It reflects a moment of care and blessing from a grandfather to his family.

Genesis 31:55: And early in the morning Laban rose up, and kissed his sons and his daughters, and blessed them: and Laban departed, and returned unto his place.

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

This verse encourages living peaceably with all men, which could contradict the sentiment of separation implied in the farewell of Genesis 31:55.

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

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love and bless enemies, which may seem to contradict the act of Laban separating from Jacob in Genesis 31:55.

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 Luke 6:31

This verse, known as the Golden Rule, contradicts the potential underlying discord between Laban and Jacob implied in Genesis 31:55.

Luke 6:31: And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

This verse emphasizes a soft answer turning away wrath, which contrasts with the potential unresolved conflict in Genesis 31:55.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Colossians 3:13

This verse advises forgiving grievances, contrasting the potential bitterness between Laban and Jacob in Genesis 31:55.

Colossians 3:13: Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye. [quarrel: or, complaint]
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