Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 33:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 33:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 33:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Jacob is asking Esau to go ahead on the journey because he needs to travel slowly to take care of his children and animals. Jacob promises to catch up with Esau later in Seir.

Genesis 33:14: Let my lord, I pray thee, pass over before his servant: and I will lead on softly, according as the cattle that goeth before me and the children be able to endure, until I come unto my lord unto Seir. [according...: Heb. according to the foot of the work, etc., and according to the foot of the children]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Contradicts Genesis 33:14 by encouraging turning the other cheek instead of separating peacefully as Jacob suggests.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Contradicts Genesis 33:14 by promoting a soft answer to defuse anger rather than avoiding confrontation through separation.

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

Contradiction with Romans 12:18

Contradicts Genesis 33:14 by urging to live peaceably with all men, whereas Jacob avoids prolonged interaction with Esau.

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

Contradiction with Amos 3:3

Contradicts Genesis 33:14 by indicating agreement is necessary for walking together, unlike Jacob's separation from Esau.

Amos 3:3: Can two walk together, except they be agreed?

Contradiction with 1 John 4:8

Contradicts Genesis 33:14 by emphasizing love in relationships, contrasted with Jacob's preference for distance.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
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