Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 45:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 45:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 45:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Joseph is telling his brothers to believe him because they can see and hear that it’s really him talking. He wants his brother Benjamin and all his brothers to know it’s truly his voice.

Genesis 45:12: And, behold, your eyes see, and the eyes of my brother Benjamin, that [it is] my mouth that speaketh unto you.

Contradiction with Genesis 37:33

It contradicts Genesis 45:12 where Joseph reveals himself, previously in Genesis 37:33, Jacob believed Joseph was dead, showing a misunderstanding or lack of recognition compared to the revelation in Genesis 45:12.

Genesis 37:33: And he knew it, and said, [It is] my son's coat; an evil beast hath devoured him; Joseph is without doubt rent in pieces.

Contradiction with Genesis 42:8

Contradicts Genesis 45:12 where Joseph reveals himself to his brothers, in Genesis 42:8, his brothers did not recognize him.

Genesis 42:8: And Joseph knew his brethren, but they knew not him.

Contradiction with Genesis 50:20

Contradicts the immediate acceptance in Genesis 45:12, as Genesis 50:20 reflects on the brothers' intentions being harmful, whereas Joseph's revelation was meant to assure them.

Genesis 50:20: But as for you, ye thought evil against me; [but] God meant it unto good, to bring to pass, as [it is] this day, to save much people alive.
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