Contradiction with Matthew 18:21-22
These verses emphasize forgiving others repeatedly, contradicting Genesis 50:21 where Joseph reassures his brothers and forgives them only once after their wrongdoing.
Matthew 18:21-22: Then came Peter to him, and said, Lord, how oft shall my brother sin against me, and I forgive him? till seven times?
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Advises against seeking revenge and waiting for the Lord's deliverance, unlike Genesis 50:21 where Joseph himself provides reassurance and care to those who wronged him.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Urges believers not to take revenge but leave it to God, which contrasts with Joseph's active role in comforting and forgiving his brothers in Genesis 50:21.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Paradox #1
Genesis 50:21 includes a message of forgiveness and reassurance. A possible contradiction or inconsistency might arise if someone interprets it in a way that seems to support forgiving harmful actions without accountability, potentially overlooking justice or consequences for wrongdoing. This can conflict with the idea of balancing forgiveness with responsibility.