Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 37:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 37:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 37:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Joseph's brothers felt jealous of him because he had special dreams and their dad liked him very much. But their dad, Jacob, kept thinking about what Joseph said because he thought it might be important.

Genesis 37:11: And his brethren envied him; but his father observed the saying.

Contradiction with Genesis 37:4

In Genesis 37:4, Joseph's brothers hated him and could not speak peaceably to him, contradicting Genesis 37:11 which mentions their envy but not their overt hostility or inability to speak peacefully.

Genesis 37:4: And when his brethren saw that their father loved him more than all his brethren, they hated him, and could not speak peaceably unto him.

Contradiction with Genesis 37:5

In Genesis 37:5, the brothers hated Joseph even more because of his dreams, showing active animosity, which contrasts with Genesis 37:11 that describes only envy.

Genesis 37:5: And Joseph dreamed a dream, and he told [it] his brethren: and they hated him yet the more.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:17

Exodus 20:17 warns against coveting what belongs to others, which contrasts with Genesis 37:11 where the brothers are envious, suggesting an attitude that contradicts this commandment.

Exodus 20:17: Thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's house, thou shalt not covet thy neighbour's wife, nor his manservant, nor his maidservant, nor his ox, nor his ass, nor any thing that [is] thy neighbour's.

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:30

Proverbs 14:30 promotes a tranquil heart, whereas Genesis 37:11 describes the brothers' envy, which does not align with having peace.

Proverbs 14:30: A sound heart [is] the life of the flesh: but envy the rottenness of the bones.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:3

Philippians 2:3 advises against acting out of selfish ambition or conceit, which contrasts with the envious attitude of Joseph's brothers in Genesis 37:11.

Philippians 2:3: [Let] nothing [be done] through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency could be that jealousy and family dynamics, as depicted in the verse, might not align with archaeological findings or historical records from the time period. These records may offer different insights into social structures and family relationships, potentially conflicting with the biblical narrative's portrayal.

← Genesis 37:10
Share
Genesis 37:12 →
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.