Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 41:15

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According to Moses, Pharaoh told Joseph about his dream because nobody else could explain it, but he heard that Joseph was really good at understanding dreams. This shows that Joseph had a special gift from God to help him know what dreams meant.

Genesis 41:15: And Pharaoh said unto Joseph, I have dreamed a dream, and [there is] none that can interpret it: and I have heard say of thee, [that] thou canst understand a dream to interpret it. [thou...: or, when thou hearest a dream thou canst interpret it]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

Genesis 41:15 discusses Joseph's human ability to interpret dreams, whereas Proverbs 3:5-6 emphasizes trusting in the Lord's understanding rather than one's own capabilities.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Isaiah 45:7

Genesis 41:15 implies Joseph's role in interpreting dreams, while Isaiah 45:7 stresses that God alone is responsible for creating events and revelations.

Isaiah 45:7: I form the light, and create darkness: I make peace, and create evil: I the LORD do all these [things].

Contradiction with John 15:5

Genesis 41:15 highlights Joseph as the dream interpreter, yet John 15:5 underscores human inability to accomplish anything without divine aid, suggesting Joseph's reliance on God.

John 15:5: I am the vine, ye [are] the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. [without me: or, severed from me]

Contradiction with Daniel 2:27-28

Genesis 41:15 attributes dream interpretation to Joseph, whereas in Daniel 2:27-28, Daniel clarifies that it is God who reveals secrets, not human wisdom.

Daniel 2:27-28: Daniel answered in the presence of the king, and said, The secret which the king hath demanded cannot the wise [men], the astrologers, the magicians, the soothsayers, shew unto the king;

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24

Genesis 41:15 notes Joseph's skill in interpretation, contrasting with Jeremiah 9:23-24's admonition against human boasting, urging boast in understanding and knowing God instead.

Jeremiah 9:23-24: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:
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