Contradiction with Leviticus 19:18
This verse commands love for neighbors, which contrasts with the favoritism and deception seen in Genesis 43:17.
Leviticus 19:18: Thou shalt not avenge, nor bear any grudge against the children of thy people, but thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself: I [am] the LORD.
Contradiction with James 2:9
This verse condemns favoritism, contradicting Genesis 43:17 where favoritism is shown to the brothers.
James 2:9: But if ye have respect to persons, ye commit sin, and are convinced of the law as transgressors.
Contradiction with Exodus 23:2
This verse advises against following a crowd to do evil, unlike the collective deception in Genesis 43:17.
Exodus 23:2: Thou shalt not follow a multitude to [do] evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest [judgment]: [speak: Heb. answer]
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:23
This verse warns against double standards, contrasting with the differential treatment hidden in Genesis 43:17.
Proverbs 20:23: Divers weights [are] an abomination unto the LORD; and a false balance [is] not good. [a false...: Heb. balance of deceit]
Contradiction with Romans 12:17
This verse advises not to repay evil for evil, contrasting with the retribution-seeking behavior in Genesis 43:17.
Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse commands love for enemies, conflicting with any underlying resentment in Genesis 43:17.
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 Proverbs 24:29
This verse advises against seeking revenge, conflicting with the potential deceit in Genesis 43:17.
Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
Contradiction with 1 John 3:15
This verse equates hatred with murder, which contradicts any malice from Genesis 43:17.
1 John 3:15: Whosoever hateth his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer hath eternal life abiding in him.