Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 9:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 9:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 9:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God promises He will always remember His special promise not to flood the whole world again. This promise is for every person and animal, showing God's care for all living things.

Genesis 9:15: And I will remember my covenant, which [is] between me and you and every living creature of all flesh; and the waters shall no more become a flood to destroy all flesh.

Contradiction with Exodus 15:3

Contradicting the peace covenant in Genesis 9:15, Exodus 15:3 describes God as a man of war.

Exodus 15:3: The LORD [is] a man of war: the LORD [is] his name.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:2

Contradicts the everlasting covenant of Genesis 9:15 by instructing the destruction of specific nations.

Deuteronomy 7:2: And when the LORD thy God shall deliver them before thee; thou shalt smite them, [and] utterly destroy them; thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor shew mercy unto them:

Contradiction with Hosea 6:6

Prefers mercy over sacrifice, which contrasts with the covenant remembrance in Genesis 9:15 that involves sacrifice.

Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 3:8

The act of God giving a bill of divorce to Israel contradicts the unbreakable covenant seen in Genesis 9:15.

Jeremiah 3:8: And I saw, when for all the causes whereby backsliding Israel committed adultery I had put her away, and given her a bill of divorce; yet her treacherous sister Judah feared not, but went and played the harlot also.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Jesus speaks of bringing a sword instead of peace, contradicting the peaceful covenant of Genesis 9:15.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Paradox #1

Genesis 9:15 mentions God's promise not to destroy all life with a flood again. The contradiction could be in reconciling this promise with instances of natural disasters elsewhere in the Bible or in later human history, leading to confusion about the consistency of divine promises and actions.

Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.