Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 44:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 44:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 44:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the traditional understanding, in this verse, Judah is talking respectfully to a powerful man, who they think of as important as a king. Judah is asking this man to listen to him and not be angry with him.

Genesis 44:18: Then Judah came near unto him, and said, Oh my lord, let thy servant, I pray thee, speak a word in my lord's ears, and let not thine anger burn against thy servant: for thou [art] even as Pharaoh.

Contradiction with John 3:17

Whereas Genesis 44:18 shows Judah pleading for forgiveness and intervention, John 3:17 suggests that God did not send His Son to judge the world already suggesting a different form of intervention, not immediate judgment.

John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Genesis 44:18 involves an appeal out of desperation, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs loving your enemies, implying an approach of unconditional love instead of pleading.

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 15:1

Genesis 44:18 involves a passionate plea, while Proverbs 15:1 advises a gentle answer to turn away wrath, suggesting a different method of communication.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with James 1:19

In Genesis 44:18, Judah speaks on impulse, whereas James 1:19 emphasizes being quick to listen and slow to speak, advocating for a more measured approach.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

Genesis 44:18 focuses on pleading for a favorable reaction, while Luke 6:29 advises turning the other cheek, implying an entirely different reaction toward adversities.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7

In Genesis 44:18, Judah passionately pleads with Joseph, while Matthew 7:7 advocates for asking, seeking, and knocking, implying persistence in a different manner.

Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Genesis 44:18 contains a direct appeal for help, whereas Proverbs 20:22 advises waiting for the Lord and not repaying evil, suggesting reliance on divine intervention over human appeal.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Contrasting with the plea in Genesis 44:18, Romans 12:19 tells believers not to seek revenge but leave room for God's wrath, advocating for divine justice instead of personal pleading.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:23

Genesis 44:18 displays a plea for mercy, while 1 Peter 2:23 demonstrates enduring suffering without retaliation, focusing on trust in God's ultimate judgment rather than pleading.

1 Peter 2:23: Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed [himself] to him that judgeth righteously: [himself: or, his cause]
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