Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 36:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 36:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 36:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the writer of Genesis, this verse tells us about the leaders or "dukes" of a group called the Edomites. These people lived in their own land, and they are the family of Esau, who is an important character in the Bible.

Genesis 36:43: Duke Magdiel, duke Iram: these [be] the dukes of Edom, according to their habitations in the land of their possession: he [is] Esau the father of the Edomites. [the Edomites: Heb. Edom]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Genesis 36:43 deals with the listing of dukes, emphasizing outward status and lineage, whereas 1 Samuel 16:7 emphasizes that the LORD does not look at outward appearances but at the heart.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

Genesis 36:43 lists the elevated status of dukes in Edom, but Matthew 23:12 states that whoever exalts himself will be humbled.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

Genesis 36:43 focuses on the hierarchy of dukes, whereas James instructs believers not to show favoritism by social status.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

Genesis 36:43 acknowledges specific leaders in Edom, but Acts declares that God shows no partiality and accepts those who fear Him and do right.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
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