I got to understand from scriptural evidence that the situation in Joseph 's story is not a contradiction. The Ishmealites were a community of people who settled in different countries in their surroundings in Palestine. Midian, on the other hand, was a country.Those Ishmealites who bought Joseph were from Midian and therefore could be referred to as Ishmealites or Midianites simultaneously.It is almost like a Liberian who chooses to live in India. In some circumstances he could be referred to as a Liberian, and in another an Indian. I recommend that you please read Judges 8 22 28. Please give special attention to verses 22, 24, and 26.
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