Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 45:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 45:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 45:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Genesis, Joseph wants his brothers to tell their dad about all the good things he has done in Egypt and to quickly bring their dad to him. Joseph is happy and wants to share his success with his family.

Genesis 45:13: And ye shall tell my father of all my glory in Egypt, and of all that ye have seen; and ye shall haste and bring down my father hither.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:2

This verse advises letting others praise you rather than praising oneself, which could be seen as contradicting Joseph telling his brothers to report his glory in Egypt.

Proverbs 27:2: Let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse advises against doing righteous acts to be seen by others, which contrasts Joseph seeking to have his glory reported in Genesis 45:13.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4

This verse mentions love does not boast, while Joseph might be considered boastful in wanting his glory spoken of.

1 Corinthians 13:4: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]

Contradiction with James 4:10

This verse instructs believers to humble themselves, contradicting Joseph wanting his brothers to speak of his high position.

James 4:10: Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and he shall lift you up.

Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8

God declares He will not give His glory to another, which could conflict with Joseph seeking to have his glory recognized.

Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
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