Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 43:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 43:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 43:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse is about Joseph's brothers needing to take their younger brother back to Egypt to get more food for their family. It shows how they are trying to do what is necessary to help their family survive during a difficult time.

Genesis 43:13: Take also your brother, and arise, go again unto the man:

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Genesis 43:13 emphasizes taking action and returning to Egypt, whereas Exodus 14:14 suggests being passive and waiting for the Lord to fight for them.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Genesis 43:13 shows Jacob's cautiousness and fear, while Joshua 1:9 commands strength and courage without fear.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:25

In Genesis 43:13, there is concern for survival and provision, but Matthew 6:25 encourages not worrying about life or material needs.

Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

Genesis 43:13 involves anxious preparation for a journey, in contrast to Philippians 4:6, which advises against anxiety and promotes prayer and thanksgiving.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

Genesis 43:13 reflects a reliance on human planning and caution, while Proverbs 3:5 emphasizes trusting in the Lord rather than one's understanding.

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