Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 39:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 39:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 39:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the wife of Joseph's boss thought he was very handsome and wanted him to be her boyfriend, even though he didn't want to. This shows how Joseph had to be very brave and say no to something he knew was wrong.

Genesis 39:7: And it came to pass after these things, that his master's wife cast her eyes upon Joseph; and she said, Lie with me.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

This verse commands, "Thou shalt not commit adultery," whereas Genesis 39:7 depicts Potiphar's wife attempting to seduce Joseph into an adulterous relationship.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32

This verse states that committing adultery destroys one's soul, which contradicts Genesis 39:7 where the act is proposed without mention of its moral consequences for Potiphar’s wife.

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 Matthew 5:28

This verse equates lustful thoughts with adultery in the heart, contradicting Potiphar's wife’s attempt to seduce Joseph in Genesis 39:7 with no apparent concern for such implications.

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.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:4

This verse upholds the sanctity of marriage, in contrast to Potiphar's wife's actions in Genesis 39:7 which disregard marital fidelity.

Hebrews 13:4: Marriage [is] honourable in all, and the bed undefiled: but whoremongers and adulterers God will judge.
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