Contradiction with John 8:7
This verse contradicts Genesis 38:24 as it emphasizes forgiveness and cautions against judging others, stating "He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her."
John 8:7: So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:1
This verse contradicts Genesis 38:24 by advising not to judge others, stating "Judge not, that ye be not judged."
Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.
Contradiction with James 2:13
This verse contrasts with Genesis 38:24 by promoting mercy over judgment, stating "For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment."
James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]
Contradiction with Romans 2:1
This verse contrasts Genesis 38:24 by highlighting hypocrisy in judgment, stating "Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things."
Romans 2:1: Therefore thou art inexcusable, O man, whosoever thou art that judgest: for wherein thou judgest another, thou condemnest thyself; for thou that judgest doest the same things.
Contradiction with Galatians 6:1
This verse contradicts Genesis 38:24 by recommending gentle restoration instead of harsh judgment, stating "Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted."
Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]
Paradox #1
Genesis 38:24 does not inherently present a contradiction or conflict. However, some might point out a moral inconsistency in the double standards of sexual morality depicted in the surrounding narrative. This is seen when comparing how different characters' sexual behaviors are judged and punished. This can lead to discussions about gender roles and justice in biblical narratives.
Paradox #2
This verse can reveal a contradiction because it reflects societal norms of judgment and punishment that may seem hypocritical. In the context of the story, the punishment demanded for the woman stands against the lack of accountability for the male figure involved in the situation, highlighting a potential double standard in how actions and consequences are applied based on gender.