Contradictions and Paradoxes in Genesis 50:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Genesis 50:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Genesis 50:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, many important people went with Joseph, including soldiers with chariots and horses, making it a big group. This shows how important Joseph was and how much they respected him.

Genesis 50:9: And there went up with him both chariots and horsemen: and it was a very great company.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 3:9

Genesis 50:9 describes a large company accompanying Joseph, which suggests wealth and status, while 1 Kings 3:9 requests wisdom over riches.

1 Kings 3:9: Give therefore thy servant an understanding heart to judge thy people, that I may discern between good and bad: for who is able to judge this thy so great a people? [understanding: Heb. hearing]

Contradiction with Matthew 8:20

The passage in Genesis 50:9 depicts a journey with a large group, implying comfort and resources, whereas Matthew 8:20 highlights Jesus’s lack of permanent shelter and worldly possessions.

Matthew 8:20: And Jesus saith unto him, The foxes have holes, and the birds of the air [have] nests; but the Son of man hath not where to lay [his] head.

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

Genesis 50:9 illustrates a gathering of people showing honor, while James 2:1-4 advises against showing favoritism based on appearances.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Luke 9:3

Joseph's entourage in Genesis 50:9 suggests preparation and provision, in contrast to Luke 9:3 where Jesus instructs his disciples to travel without extra provisions.

Luke 9:3: And he said unto them, Take nothing for [your] journey, neither staves, nor scrip, neither bread, neither money; neither have two coats apiece.

Contradiction with Philippians 2:7

Genesis 50:9's display of status contrasts with Philippians 2:7, which speaks of Jesus taking on the form of a servant, emphasizing humility over grandeur.

Philippians 2:7: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:
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