Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:4
This verse states that an idol is nothing in the world, and that there is no other God but one, contradicting the idea of making gods to worship.
1 Corinthians 8:4: As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol [is] nothing in the world, and that [there is] none other God but one.
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:10
This verse questions the value of someone making a god or molten image that is not useful, contradicting the Israelites' action of seeking idols.
Isaiah 44:10: Who hath formed a god, or molten a graven image [that] is profitable for nothing?
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 5:7
The commandment in this verse to have no other gods contradicts the Israelites asking to make gods to lead them.
Deuteronomy 5:7: Thou shalt have none other gods before me.
Contradiction with Psalm 115:4-7
These verses describe idols as having mouths but not speaking, ears but not hearing, contradicting the Israelites' belief that idols could lead them.
Psalm 115:4-7: Their idols [are] silver and gold, the work of men's hands.
Paradox #1
Acts 7:40 refers to a request for idols made by the Israelites, which contrasts with the biblical teaching against idol worship found in several other parts of the Bible, such as the Ten Commandments. This highlights a contradiction between the Israelites' actions and God's commandments.
Paradox #2
Acts 7:40 describes how the Israelites asked Aaron to make them a god to worship while Moses was on Mount Sinai. The moral conflict here lies in their quick abandonment of faith in God, despite witnessing numerous miracles. This shows inconsistency between their professed beliefs and their actions, revealing a struggle between faithfulness and doubt.