Contradiction with Exodus 20:14
Contradicts by explicitly prohibiting adultery, while Genesis 38:26 acknowledges Tamar's actions as just.
Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.
Contradiction with Leviticus 18:15
Contradicts by forbidding sexual relations with the daughter-in-law, whereas Genesis 38:26 implies approval of Tamar's actions.
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 Deuteronomy 22:22
Contradicts by demanding punishment for adultery, yet Genesis 38:26 shows Judah accepting Tamar's actions.
Deuteronomy 22:22: If a man be found lying with a woman married to an husband, then they shall both of them die, [both] the man that lay with the woman, and the woman: so shalt thou put away evil from Israel.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:18
Contradicts by warning against sexual immorality, contrasting with Genesis 38:26 accepting Tamar's behavior.
1 Corinthians 6:18: Flee fornication. Every sin that a man doeth is without the body; but he that committeth fornication sinneth against his own body.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:28
Contradicts by condemning lustful intentions as adultery, yet Genesis 38:26 acknowledges Tamar without condemnation.
Matthew 5:28: But I say unto you, That whosoever looketh on a woman to lust after her hath committed adultery with her already in his heart.
Paradox #1
Genesis 38:26 presents a situation where Judah acknowledges his responsibility and wrongdoings, but the conflict might arise from the cultural and moral standards around the actions taken by Judah and Tamar. This could be seen as inconsistent with other teachings in the Bible about morality and behavior, potentially leading to questions about justice and righteousness.
Paradox #2
The possible contradiction in Genesis 38:26 stems from cultural and moral expectations in ancient times. Judah admits that Tamar is more righteous than he is for ensuring the continuation of the family line, despite the unconventional means. Some see inconsistency in how different characters are judged or treated for their actions within similar situations elsewhere in the Bible.
Paradox #3
Genesis 38:26 presents a situation where Judah acknowledges his wrongdoing and admits that Tamar is more righteous than he is. The contradiction or conflict here could be that Judah initially condemns Tamar, but later admits fault when faced with his own actions. This can highlight a conflict where individuals may quickly judge others without self-reflection, revealing hypocrisy or inconsistency in moral judgment.