Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 38:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 38:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 38:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, this story is about the unexpected birth of a baby named Pharez, who came out before his brother, surprising everyone. It's a story that shows how sometimes unexpected things happen in families.

Genesis 38:29: And it came to pass, as he drew back his hand, that, behold, his brother came out: and she said, How hast thou broken forth? [this] breach [be] upon thee: therefore his name was called Pharez. [How hast...: or, Wherefore hast thou made this breach against thee?] [Pharez: that is A breach]

Contradiction with Genesis 25:25

The birth of Esau is described as him being the firstborn, whereas in Genesis 38:29, the breach signifies that Perez unexpectedly comes first.

Genesis 25:25: And the first came out red, all over like an hairy garment; and they called his name Esau.

Contradiction with Romans 9:12-13

These verses suggest that the purpose of God according to election might stand, indicating divine selection regardless of birth order, which contrasts with Perez's unexpected breach.

Romans 9:12-13: It was said unto her, The elder shall serve the younger. [elder: or, greater] [younger: or, lesser]
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