Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 43:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 43:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 43:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Israel told his sons to take the best gifts from their land, like honey and nuts, to give to an important man. This was to show kindness and hopefully make peace.

Genesis 43:11: And their father Israel said unto them, If [it must be] so now, do this; take of the best fruits in the land in your vessels, and carry down the man a present, a little balm, and a little honey, spices, and myrrh, nuts, and almonds:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-20

Genesis 43:11 implies value in earthly gifts while Matthew 6:19-20 advises against storing treasures on earth.

Matthew 6:19-20: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32

Genesis 43:11 shows Jacob ensuring provision for his family while Matthew 6:31-32 encourages not to worry about material needs.

Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
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