Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 36:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 36:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 36:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse is about a family tree showing the children of Shobal, who are important because they connect to many stories in the Bible. It's like a family list telling us who belongs to who.

Genesis 36:23: And the children of Shobal [were] these; Alvan, and Manahath, and Ebal, Shepho, and Onam. [Alvan: or, Alian] [Shepho: or, Shephi]

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 1:4

Discusses avoiding endless genealogies, suggesting genealogical lists (such as in Genesis 36:23) are of less importance.

1 Timothy 1:4: Neither give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which minister questions, rather than godly edifying which is in faith: [so do].

Contradiction with Titus 3:9

Advises avoiding arguments about genealogies, potentially contradicting the emphasis on genealogical records found in Genesis.

Titus 3:9: But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.

Contradiction with Matthew 1:1-17

Provides a genealogy of Jesus Christ that does not align directly with the lineages listed in Genesis, showcasing differing genealogical emphases.

Matthew 1:1-17: The book of the generation of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 1:4

This verse advises against giving heed to genealogies, while Genesis 36:23 emphasizes genealogical details.

1 Timothy 1:4: Neither give heed to fables and endless genealogies, which minister questions, rather than godly edifying which is in faith: [so do].

Contradiction with Titus 3:9

Implies that genealogical contentions are unprofitable, whereas Genesis 36:23 catalogues genealogy.

Titus 3:9: But avoid foolish questions, and genealogies, and contentions, and strivings about the law; for they are unprofitable and vain.
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