Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 38:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 38:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 38:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, who wrote the book of Genesis, a man named Judah promised to give a goat to a woman in exchange for a favor, but the woman wanted a promise to make sure he would really send the goat later. She asked him to give her something to hold onto until he brought the goat.

Genesis 38:17: And he said, I will send [thee] a kid from the flock. And she said, Wilt thou give [me] a pledge, till thou send [it]? [a kid: Heb. a kid of the goats]

Contradiction with Exodus 22:25

This verse forbids charging interest, whereas Genesis 38:17 involves a transactional agreement involving money or goods.

Exodus 22:25: If thou lend money to [any of] my people [that is] poor by thee, thou shalt not be to him as an usurer, neither shalt thou lay upon him usury.

Contradiction with Leviticus 19:29

This verse forbids making one's daughter a prostitute, contradicting the implied action in Genesis 38:17 where Tamar disguises herself as one.

Leviticus 19:29: Do not prostitute thy daughter, to cause her to be a whore; lest the land fall to whoredom, and the land become full of wickedness. [prostitute: Heb. profane]

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:1

This verse emphasizes honesty in transactions, while Genesis 38:17 involves a deceptive bargain.

Proverbs 11:1: A false balance [is] abomination to the LORD: but a just weight [is] his delight. [A false...: Heb. Balances of deceit] [just...: Heb. perfect stone]

Contradiction with Ephesians 5:3

This verse advises avoidance of fornication and impurity, contradicting the sexual nature of the agreement in Genesis 38:17.

Ephesians 5:3: But fornication, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not be once named among you, as becometh saints;

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

This verse encourages straightforwardness and honesty, which contrasts with the negotiation and oath in Genesis 38:17.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Genesis 38:17 could involve themes of deception and transactional relationships. The actions in the surrounding story might be seen as conflicting with broader moral teachings about honesty and integrity. However, interpretations may vary.

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