Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 42:35

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 42:35 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 42:35. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the brothers were very surprised and scared when they found money in their bags after a trip, because they didn't understand why it was there. They worried that it might get them in trouble with the ruler they visited.

Genesis 42:35: And it came to pass as they emptied their sacks, that, behold, every man's bundle of money [was] in his sack: and when [both] they and their father saw the bundles of money, they were afraid.

Contradiction with Genesis 42:25

This verse notes Joseph commands to fill their sacks with corn, whereas Genesis 42:35 describes them discovering their returned money.

Genesis 42:25: Then Joseph commanded to fill their sacks with corn, and to restore every man's money into his sack, and to give them provision for the way: and thus did he unto them.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Genesis 42:35 involves suspicion and fear, this verse encourages love for enemies, presenting a contrast in approach.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Luke 6:31

This verse promotes doing unto others as you would like done to you, whereas Genesis 42:35 describes an unexpected and suspicious action.

Luke 6:31: And as ye would that men should do to you, do ye also to them likewise.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:15

This commandment prohibits stealing, while the brothers feared being accused of theft in Genesis 42:35.

Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Advises complete trust in the LORD and not leaning on one’s own understanding, while Genesis 42:35 shows the brothers’ confusion and fear.

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