Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:15
Suggests that wages should be paid daily to avoid sin, contradicting Laban's practice of changing wages in Genesis 31:7.
Deuteronomy 24:15: At his day thou shalt give [him] his hire, neither shall the sun go down upon it; for he [is] poor, and setteth his heart upon it: lest he cry against thee unto the LORD, and it be sin unto thee. [setteth...: Heb. lifteth his soul unto it]
Contradiction with James 5:4
Condemns the keeping back of wages by fraud, highlighting a moral standpoint that contradicts Laban’s deceitful actions in Genesis 31:7.
James 5:4: Behold, the hire of the labourers who have reaped down your fields, which is of you kept back by fraud, crieth: and the cries of them which have reaped are entered into the ears of the Lord of sabaoth. [sabaoth: Heb. hosts]
Contradiction with Colossians 3:25
Implies that wrongdoers will be repaid for their wrong, contradicting the idea in Genesis 31:7 where Laban changes wages but immediate retribution isn't mentioned.
Colossians 3:25: But he that doeth wrong shall receive for the wrong which he hath done: and there is no respect of persons.
Contradiction with Proverbs 22:22-23
Enjoins against oppressing the needy for gain, a principle that contradicts Laban's exploitation of Jacob discussed in Genesis 31:7.
Proverbs 22:22-23: Rob not the poor, because he [is] poor: neither oppress the afflicted in the gate:
Contradiction with Leviticus 19:13
Commands against oppressing a neighbor or withholding wages, which contrasts Laban's actions in Genesis 31:7.
Leviticus 19:13: Thou shalt not defraud thy neighbour, neither rob [him]: the wages of him that is hired shall not abide with thee all night until the morning.
Paradox #1
Genesis 31:7 discusses a situation where Jacob explains how he was unfairly treated by his employer, Laban, who changed his wages multiple times. The contradiction or conflict here could be seen in the broader biblical context regarding fairness and honesty in labor practices. While the Bible encourages just and fair treatment, this verse illustrates a scenario where these values are not upheld. It may raise questions about the balance between divine justice and human unfairness.