Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
This verse advises against storing treasures on Earth, while Genesis 45:18 invites Joseph's family to enjoy the best of Egypt.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Luke 12:15
Warns against covetousness, suggesting life is more than possessions, contrasting with Genesis 45:18’s promise of riches.
Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:7
Emphasizes that we bring nothing into the world, nor take anything out, opposing Genesis 45:18’s focus on earthly wealth.
1 Timothy 6:7: For we brought nothing into [this] world, [and it is] certain we can carry nothing out.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
Advises contentment and warns against love of money, which contrasts with the promise of abundance in Genesis 45:18.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Proverbs 23:4
Advises not to overwork to gain wealth, which contradicts with Genesis 45:18's promise of riches.
Proverbs 23:4: Labour not to be rich: cease from thine own wisdom.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:10
States that those who love riches will not be satisfied, contrasting Genesis 45:18’s promise of enjoying Egypt's wealth.
Ecclesiastes 5:10: He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this [is] also vanity.