Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
Suggests that time and chance, rather than merit or decision-making, determine outcomes, contradicting the idea of delegated authority in Genesis 41:40.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:9
Emphasizes the Lord's control over human plans, which contradicts Pharaoh's delegation of authority to Joseph in Genesis 41:40.
Proverbs 16:9: A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:23
States that man cannot direct his own steps, contradicting the autonomy given to Joseph in Genesis 41:40.
Jeremiah 10:23: O LORD, I know that the way of man [is] not in himself: [it is] not in man that walketh to direct his steps.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 2:7
Asserts that the Lord alone makes people rulers, contradicting Pharaoh's decision to set Joseph over his house in Genesis 41:40.
1 Samuel 2:7: The LORD maketh poor, and maketh rich: he bringeth low, and lifteth up.
Contradiction with James 4:15
Suggests that human plans are subject to God's will, which conflicts with Pharaoh's apparently autonomous decision in Genesis 41:40.
James 4:15: For that ye [ought] to say, If the Lord will, we shall live, and do this, or that.
Paradox #1
Genesis 41:40 is about Pharaoh putting Joseph in charge of his house and making him second only to Pharaoh. There might be a perceived moral inconsistency in the favoritism shown to Joseph, as it could be seen as unjust to others who were already serving Pharaoh. Additionally, while meritocratic, it could raise questions about transparency and fairness in leadership selection. However, such interpretation varies and depends on individual perspectives.