Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 45:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 45:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 45:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse shows how Joseph forgave his brothers and was happy to see them again, giving them hugs and kisses. It is a story about love and forgiveness in families.

Genesis 45:15: Moreover he kissed all his brethren, and wept upon them: and after that his brethren talked with him.

Contradiction with Genesis 27:41

Esau's hatred and intention to kill Jacob after being wronged contradicts the forgiving and reconciliatory spirit in Genesis 45:15.

Genesis 27:41: And Esau hated Jacob because of the blessing wherewith his father blessed him: and Esau said in his heart, The days of mourning for my father are at hand; then will I slay my brother Jacob.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:21

Describes family members betraying one another, which contrasts with the embrace and unity in Genesis 45:15.

Matthew 10:21: And the brother shall deliver up the brother to death, and the father the child: and the children shall rise up against [their] parents, and cause them to be put to death.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51-53

Jesus speaks about bringing division, even among family members, which opposes the harmony and reconciliation of Genesis 45:15.

Luke 12:51-53: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:19

A brother offended is harder to win than a strong city, contrasting with the ease of reconciliation in Genesis 45:15.

Proverbs 18:19: A brother offended [is harder to be won] than a strong city: and [their] contentions [are] like the bars of a castle.

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 13:22

Absalom's hatred for Amnon shows enduring enmity within family, opposing the resolution and peace in Genesis 45:15.

2 Samuel 13:22: And Absalom spake unto his brother Amnon neither good nor bad: for Absalom hated Amnon, because he had forced his sister Tamar.
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