Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 37:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 37:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 37:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Joseph had a special dream and when he told his brothers about it, they became even more upset with him. They didn't like him because they thought he was bragging.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:11

A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise man keepeth it in till afterwards, contradicting Joseph's decision to share his dream.

Proverbs 29:11: A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise [man] keepeth it in till afterwards.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise, contradicting the wisdom of sharing dreams that cause discord.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:6

Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, contradicting Joseph's openness in sharing a sensitive and significant dream.

Matthew 7:6: Give not that which is holy unto the dogs, neither cast ye your pearls before swine, lest they trample them under their feet, and turn again and rend you.
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