Contradiction with Proverbs 11:24
Proverbs 11:24 discusses the principle of generosity and how giving can lead to increase. This contrasts with Genesis 42:25, where Joseph secretly gave back his brothers' money, an act that led to fear and suspicion rather than prosperity or trust.
Proverbs 11:24: There is that scattereth, and yet increaseth; and [there is] that withholdeth more than is meet, but [it tendeth] to poverty.
Contradiction with Proverbs 13:11
This verse states that wealth gained hastily will dwindle, suggesting that unexpected financial gain may not be lasting or beneficial, in contrast to the returned money in Genesis 42:25 which is initially seen as a blessing.
Proverbs 13:11: Wealth [gotten] by vanity shall be diminished: but he that gathereth by labour shall increase. [by labour: Heb. with the hand]
Contradiction with Exodus 22:25
This verse commands not to charge interest when lending to the poor, highlighting fairness in transactions, while Genesis 42:25 involves a secret return of money, a form of financial dealing that lacks transparency.
Exodus 22:25: If thou lend money to [any of] my people [that is] poor by thee, thou shalt not be to him as an usurer, neither shalt thou lay upon him usury.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17
This verse states giving to the poor is lending to the Lord, implying trust in generosity. Whereas in Genesis 42:25, Joseph's act of returning the money leads to fear, implying mistrust in unexplained generosity.
Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
Advises against storing up earthly treasures, promoting spiritual wealth instead. Genesis 42:25's reference to returned physical wealth contradicts this New Testament teaching on priorities.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal: