Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 44:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 44:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 44:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, when Judah and his brothers went to see Joseph, they bowed down to him to show respect. They did this because they realized how important he was.

Genesis 44:14: And Judah and his brethren came to Joseph's house; for he [was] yet there: and they fell before him on the ground.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:13

This verse states that one who conceals transgressions will not prosper, whereas Genesis 44:14 involves the brothers seeking mercy after being accused of theft, potentially concealing their guilt.

Proverbs 28:13: He that covereth his sins shall not prosper: but whoso confesseth and forsaketh [them] shall have mercy.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:10

This verse suggests God searches the heart and examines minds to reward each person according to their conduct, while Genesis 44:14 shows the brothers not yet being judged or rewarded for their actions but seeking an audience with Joseph.

Jeremiah 17:10: I the LORD search the heart, [I] try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, [and] according to the fruit of his doings.

Contradiction with Romans 3:23

This verse states that all have sinned and fall short, whereas Genesis 44:14 does not immediately present the brothers as acknowledging their own sinfulness in their approach to Joseph.

Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;

Contradiction with Luke 6:37

This verse teaches not to judge and you will not be judged, yet in Genesis 44:14, the brothers are presumed guilty as they stand before Joseph.

Luke 6:37: Judge not, and ye shall not be judged: condemn not, and ye shall not be condemned: forgive, and ye shall be forgiven:

Contradiction with James 2:10

This verse explains that whoever keeps the whole law and yet stumbles at just one point is guilty of breaking all of it, while in Genesis 44:14, the brothers are hopeful of proving innocence on a single charge.

James 2:10: For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one [point], he is guilty of all.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:15

This verse directly commands, "Thou shalt not steal," whereas Genesis 44:14 presents a scenario where the brothers are accused of theft, contradicting the commandment they are expected to uphold.

Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.
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