Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 33:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 33:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 33:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Esau told his brother Jacob that he already had plenty and didn't need any more gifts. He was happy with what he had and wanted Jacob to keep his own things.

Genesis 33:9: And Esau said, I have enough, my brother; keep that thou hast unto thyself. [keep...: Heb. be that to thee that is thine]

Contradiction with Genesis 33:11

This verse contradicts Genesis 33:9 as Jacob insists on Esau accepting his gift, whereas Esau initially refuses by saying he has enough.

Genesis 33:11: Take, I pray thee, my blessing that is brought to thee; because God hath dealt graciously with me, and because I have enough. And he urged him, and he took [it]. [enough: Heb. all things]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:42

This verse contradicts Genesis 33:9 as it states, "Give to him that asketh thee," while in Genesis 33:9 Esau declines the offer of gifts.

Matthew 5:42: Give to him that asketh thee, and from him that would borrow of thee turn not thou away.
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