Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 39:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 39:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 39:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse is about a woman telling a story. She says someone ran away and left their clothes when she shouted.

Genesis 39:18: And it came to pass, as I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled out.

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32

This verse speaks to the foolishness and self-destruction of committing adultery, which contradicts the false accusation of adultery against Joseph in Genesis 39:18.

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 Exodus 20:16

This verse commands not to bear false witness, which is exactly what Potiphar's wife does in Genesis 39:18.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

The verse prohibits adultery, contradicting the false claim Potiphar's wife makes against Joseph.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:11

This verse blesses those who are falsely accused, which contrasts with the unjust situation Joseph faces in Genesis 39:18.

Matthew 5:11: Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. [falsely: Gr. lying]

Contradiction with Exodus 23:1

This verse advises not to spread false reports, refuting the actions described in Genesis 39:18.

Exodus 23:1: Thou shalt not raise a false report: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. [raise: or, receive]
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