Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 39:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 39:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 39:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Joseph said no to his boss's wife because he wanted to be honest and trusted. He wanted to do the right thing and not betray the trust his boss had in him.

Genesis 39:8: But he refused, and said unto his master's wife, Behold, my master wotteth not what [is] with me in the house, and he hath committed all that he hath to my hand;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

This verse contradicts Genesis 39:8 by explicitly stating "Thou shalt not commit adultery," suggesting a rejection of sexual immorality, aligning with Joseph's refusal in Genesis 39:8 rather than contradicting it.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32

This verse contrasts explicitly by highlighting the foolishness of adultery, supporting Joseph's refusal, thus aligning rather than contradicting Genesis 39:8.

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

It mentions that looking at someone lustfully is akin to committing adultery, supporting Joseph's stance in Genesis 39:8 rather than contradicting it.

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 1 Corinthians 6:18

This verse supports fleeing from sexual immorality, resonating with Joseph's actions rather than contradicting them in Genesis 39:8.

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.
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