Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 41:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 41:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 41:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of Genesis, God made Joseph very important in Egypt and gave him a special chariot to ride as everyone showed him respect. Joseph was trusted to help rule the whole country, showing how God took care of him.

Genesis 41:43: And he made him to ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried before him, Bow the knee: and he made him [ruler] over all the land of Egypt. [Bow...: or, Tender father: Heb. Abrech]

Contradiction with John 13:16

This verse explains that a servant is not greater than his lord, which contradicts the elevated position and homage given to Joseph, a servant, in Genesis 41:43.

John 13:16: Verily, verily, I say unto you, The servant is not greater than his lord; neither he that is sent greater than he that sent him.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This verse speaks of the meek inheriting the earth, contrasting with the public honor and power bestowed on Joseph in Genesis 41:43.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with Luke 22:26

This verse encourages serving others and being the least, which contradicts Joseph's high rank and people bowing before him in Genesis 41:43.

Luke 22:26: But ye [shall] not [be] so: but he that is greatest among you, let him be as the younger; and he that is chief, as he that doth serve.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse suggests that God looks at the heart rather than outward appearances, contrasting with the external honor shown to Joseph in Genesis 41:43.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:33

This verse highlights the importance of humility before honor, contradicting the immediate honor given to Joseph in Genesis 41:43.

Proverbs 15:33: The fear of the LORD [is] the instruction of wisdom; and before honour [is] humility.
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