Contradiction with Exodus 20:14
This verse commands "Thou shalt not commit adultery," which contradicts Genesis 38:18, where Judah engages in actions leading to adultery with Tamar.
Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Contradiction with Leviticus 18:15
This verse states "Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy daughter-in-law," contradicting Judah's actions with his daughter-in-law Tamar in Genesis 38:18.
Leviticus 18:15: Thou shalt not uncover the nakedness of thy daughter in law: she [is] thy son's wife; thou shalt not uncover her nakedness.
Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32
This verse declares that "whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding," contradicting Judah's understanding and decision to engage with Tamar in Genesis 38:18.
Proverbs 6:32: [But] whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he [that] doeth it destroyeth his own soul. [understanding: Heb. heart]
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4
This verse says "Marriage is honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge," contradicting Judah's adulterous act with Tamar in Genesis 38:18.
Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
Paradox #1
Genesis 38:18 involves a situation where personal and family honor is compromised for personal gain, leading to moral conflict. It involves deceit and a lack of integrity, which can be seen as contradicting broader biblical themes of honesty and righteousness.