Contradiction with Matthew 6:15
This verse contradicts Genesis 50:17 as it states that if you do not forgive others, neither will your father forgive you, suggesting a conditional forgiveness unlike the proactive forgiveness in Genesis 50:17.
Matthew 6:15: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:13
This verse instructs believers to forgive others as Christ forgives them, implying that forgiveness should mirror divine forgiveness and is not contingent on a request for forgiveness, as it is in Genesis 50:17 where forgiveness is sought.
Colossians 3:13: Forbearing one another, and forgiving one another, if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also [do] ye. [quarrel: or, complaint]
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:29
This verse advises against seeking revenge or repaying evil, contrasting with Genesis 50:17 where Joseph’s brothers seek forgiveness fearing retaliation for their past wrongs.
Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.
Contradiction with Luke 17:3-4
These verses emphasize forgiving if the offender repents, which differs from Genesis 50:17 where Joseph’s brothers ask for forgiveness regardless of their prior repentance status.
Luke 17:3-4: Take heed to yourselves: If thy brother trespass against thee, rebuke him; and if he repent, forgive him.
Contradiction with Exodus 21:24
This verse introduces the law of retaliation, "an eye for an eye," which stands in contrast to the theme of forgiveness found in Genesis 50:17.
Exodus 21:24: Eye for eye, tooth for tooth, hand for hand, foot for foot,
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in Genesis 50:17 could be seen in the theme of forgiveness versus justice. The verse deals with asking for forgiveness for past wrongs, which might conflict with the idea of needing to face consequences for those actions. Some might see a tension between the immediate granting of forgiveness and the expectation of accountability and justice.