Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 47:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 47:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 47:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the author of Genesis, Joseph's brothers asked Pharaoh if they could live in Egypt because there was no food for their animals back home in Canaan. They hoped to stay in a place called Goshen where there was enough grass for their sheep to eat.

Genesis 47:4: They said moreover unto Pharaoh, For to sojourn in the land are we come; for thy servants have no pasture for their flocks; for the famine [is] sore in the land of Canaan: now therefore, we pray thee, let thy servants dwell in the land of Goshen.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:25

This verse encourages reliance on God's provision, not seeking sustenance through one's own means, contrasting with the plea for sustenance in Egypt due to famine.

Matthew 6:25: Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

This verse assures God will supply all needs according to His riches, while Genesis 47:4 involves the necessity to seek permission from Pharaoh for sustenance.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:1

This verse expresses confidence in lacking nothing with the Lord as a shepherd, opposed to the need of the Israelites to request provision.

Psalm 23:1: [A Psalm of David.] The LORD [is] my shepherd; I shall not want.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32

These verses express faith in God for meeting needs, unlike the Israelites’ dependence on Pharaoh’s permission.

Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?

Contradiction with Luke 12:24

In this verse, God is emphasized as the provider, which contrasts with the need to rely on Egypt for sustenance.

Luke 12:24: Consider the ravens: for they neither sow nor reap; which neither have storehouse nor barn; and God feedeth them: how much more are ye better than the fowls?

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in this context could be seen as a tension between seeking help during a crisis and the potential for dependency or exploitation. The people ask for land and resources during a famine, which can highlight the need for compassion and support from those in power. However, it also raises questions about the power dynamics and the possibility of those in power taking advantage of the needy. This tension can be seen as a conflict between helping those in dire need and avoiding creating long-term dependence or unequal relationships.

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