Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 42:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 42:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 42:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the brothers are telling their father about how a powerful man in Egypt, who is in charge of the land, spoke to them very sternly and thought they were spies trying to find out secrets about the country.

Genesis 42:30: The man, [who is] the lord of the land, spake roughly to us, and took us for spies of the country. [roughly...: Heb. with us hard things]

Contradiction with Genesis 50:20

This verse suggests God's plan for good despite evil intentions, contrasting with Genesis 42:30, which focuses on fear and accusation without acknowledgment of a larger divine plan.

Genesis 50:20: But as for you, ye thought evil against me; [but] God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as [it is] this day, to save much people alive.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse instructs to turn the other cheek, contradicting the defensive and fearful stance of Genesis 42:30.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

This verse states that perfect love casts out fear, contradicting the fearful reaction and suspicion present in Genesis 42:30.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises against seeking personal vengeance, which contradicts Genesis 42:30 where the brothers perceive hostility and malice, leading to fear and a defensive mindset.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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