Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 43:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 43:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 43:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Joseph was feeling really emotional and missed his brother so much that he had to leave quickly to go cry in a private place. He loved his brother a lot and seeing him made him very happy and sad at the same time.

Genesis 43:30: And Joseph made haste; for his bowels did yearn upon his brother: and he sought [where] to weep; and he entered into [his] chamber, and wept there.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:28

This verse contrasts Genesis 43:30 by emphasizing self-control, whereas Joseph shows emotional vulnerability.

Proverbs 25:28: He that [hath] no rule over his own spirit [is like] a city [that is] broken down, [and] without walls.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts Genesis 43:30's family affection by instructing love for enemies, not family.

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 James 1:20

Contrasts the tender emotions in Genesis 43:30 by describing human anger as unrighteous.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:31

This verse emphasizes putting away bitter emotions, contrasting Joseph's tender emotional display.

Ephesians 4:31: Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice:

Contradiction with Luke 9:62

This verse’s focus on not looking back contradicts Joseph's longing and emotional connection to his past family.

Luke 9:62: And Jesus said unto him, No man, having put his hand to the plough, and looking back, is fit for the kingdom of God.
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