Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 11:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 11:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 11:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Hebrews, Jacob showed his strong trust in God by blessing his grandsons before he died, even while he was very weak. He also praised God, resting on his walking stick for support.

Hebrews 11:21: By faith Jacob, when he was a dying, blessed both the sons of Joseph; and worshipped, [leaning] upon the top of his staff.

Contradiction with Genesis 48:14

Contradicts Hebrews 11:21 as it describes Jacob crossing his hands to bless Ephraim and Manasseh, directly with his hands.

Genesis 48:14: And Israel stretched out his right hand, and laid [it] upon Ephraim's head, who [was] the younger, and his left hand upon Manasseh's head, guiding his hands wittingly; for Manasseh [was] the firstborn.

Contradiction with Genesis 48:17-19

Contradicts Hebrews 11:21 by showing Joseph attempting to correct Jacob when he crossed his hands, indicating a conscious action, not a matter of faith or worship exclusively mentioned in Hebrews.

Genesis 48:17-19: And when Joseph saw that his father laid his right hand upon the head of Ephraim, it displeased him: and he held up his father's hand, to remove it from Ephraim's head unto Manasseh's head. [displeased...: was evil in his eyes]

Contradiction with Genesis 47:31

Contradicts Hebrews 11:21 as it states that Jacob worshiped upon the bed's head, not leaning upon the staff as mentioned in Hebrews.

Genesis 47:31: And he said, Swear unto me. And he sware unto him. And Israel bowed himself upon the bed's head.
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