Contradiction with Genesis 36:31
This verse lists the kings who reigned in Edom before there were any kings in Israel, while Genesis 36:42 names dukes instead of kings, suggesting different levels or types of leadership.
Genesis 36:31: And these [are] the kings that reigned in the land of Edom, before there reigned any king over the children of Israel.
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 1:51
Here, Hadad dies and the list of dukes is slightly different from Genesis 36:42. The names and order vary, showing a lack of consistency in the leadership names.
1 Chronicles 1:51: Hadad died also. And the dukes of Edom were; duke Timnah, duke Aliah, duke Jetheth,
Contradiction with Genesis 36:23
Lists sons of Seir in the land of Edom and no reference to dukes, which can be seen as a contradiction to the concept and structure of leadership implied in Genesis 36:42.
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 Numbers 20:14-21
Describes a hostile interaction between Israel and Edom, contradicting the implied peaceful coexistence of structured leadership in Genesis 36:42.
Numbers 20:14-21: And Moses sent messengers from Kadesh unto the king of Edom, Thus saith thy brother Israel, Thou knowest all the travail that hath befallen us: [befallen...: Heb. found us]