Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 50:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 50:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 50:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Joseph was very sad because his father had died, so he cried and gave him a kiss to show how much he loved him. This helps us understand how important family and showing love are.

Genesis 50:1: And Joseph fell upon his father's face, and wept upon him, and kissed him.

Contradiction with Matthew 8:22

This verse suggests not prioritizing family obligations, like mourning, when it comes to following Jesus, which contrasts with Joseph prioritizing his father's mourning.

Matthew 8:22: But Jesus said unto him, Follow me; and let the dead bury their dead.

Contradiction with Luke 9:60

Similar to Matthew 8:22, this verse implies focusing on spiritual duties over familial mourning rituals, contradicting Joseph's act of mourning.

Luke 9:60: Jesus said unto him, Let the dead bury their dead: but go thou and preach the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with John 11:35

Jesus weeping for Lazarus could contradict cultural norms against showing vulnerability or mourning publicly, but Genesis 50:1 shows Joseph openly mourning.

John 11:35: Jesus wept.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4

Suggests that there is a time to mourn and a time to refrain from mourning, which could contrast with Joseph's focused and immediate act of mourning regardless of other duties.

Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
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