Contradiction with Matthew 18:10
Jesus declares that angels always behold the face of God in heaven, implying their primary presence is not on Earth as encountered by Jacob.
Matthew 18:10: Take heed that ye despise not one of these little ones; for I say unto you, That in heaven their angels do always behold the face of my Father which is in heaven.
Contradiction with John 1:51
Jesus promises Nathanael that he will see heaven open, implying a future revelation of angels rather than a commonplace event.
John 1:51: And he saith unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Hereafter ye shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of man.
Contradiction with Hebrews 1:14
States that angels are ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation, suggesting they are not waiting passively to meet travelers like in Jacob’s encounter.
Hebrews 1:14: Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:2
Advises entertaining strangers because some have entertained angels unawares, indicating angels may not always be recognized or make a deliberate appearance as they did to Jacob.
Hebrews 13:2: Be not forgetful to entertain strangers: for thereby some have entertained angels unawares.
Contradiction with Luke 2:13
Describes a multitude of heavenly host praising God during the birth of Jesus, contrasting to the silent presence met by Jacob.
Luke 2:13: And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,