Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 32:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 32:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 32:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of Genesis, Jacob is telling his brother Esau that he has many animals and helpers. He wants to be friendly and hopes Esau will be nice to him.

Genesis 32:5: And I have oxen, and asses, flocks, and menservants, and womenservants: and I have sent to tell my lord, that I may find grace in thy sight.

Contradiction with Genesis 27:41

Esau intends to kill Jacob, contradicting Jacob's expectation of grace and favor in Genesis 32:5.

Genesis 27:41: And Esau hated Jacob because of the blessing wherewith his father blessed him: and Esau said in his heart, The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then will I slay my brother Jacob.

Contradiction with Genesis 33:4

Esau embraces Jacob, showing no need for the favor Jacob seeks in Genesis 32:5.

Genesis 33:4: And Esau ran to meet him, and embraced him, and fell on his neck, and kissed him: and they wept.
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