Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 32:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 32:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 32:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Jacob was worried that his brother Esau might attack him, so he split his people into two groups. This way, if Esau hurt one group, the other group could run away and be safe.

Genesis 32:8: And said, If Esau come to the one company, and smite it, then the other company which is left shall escape.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse states that God has not given us a spirit of fear, contradicting Genesis 32:8 where Jacob fears Esau.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

These verses suggest not being anxious about anything and trusting God's peace, contrasting Jacob's fear and anxiety in Genesis 32:8.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse encourages not to fear because God is with you, while Jacob is fearing Esau's attack in Genesis 32:8.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

This verse instructs not to worry about tomorrow, contradicting Jacob's worry about meeting Esau in Genesis 32:8.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

This verse commands to be strong and courageous, contradicting Jacob's fear and lack of courage in Genesis 32:8.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
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