Contradiction with Exodus 8:13-15
This verse describes God removing the plague of frogs, suggesting control over plagues without lasting devastation, unlike the unprecedented destruction of the locusts in Exodus 10:14.
Exodus 8:13-15: And the LORD did according to the word of Moses; and the frogs died out of the houses, out of the villages, and out of the fields.
Contradiction with Genesis 41:29-30
Describes seven years of plenty followed by seven years of famine, but does not explicitly attribute this to unprecedented natural occurrences like the locusts in Exodus 10:14.
Genesis 41:29-30: Behold, there come seven years of great plenty throughout all the land of Egypt:
Contradiction with Joel 2:25
Implies that the years consumed by locusts can be restored, contrasting with the incomparable destruction described in Exodus 10:14.
Joel 2:25: And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.
Contradiction with Matthew 24:21-22
Discusses tribulations greater than anything before, implying multiple unique devastating events, while Exodus 10:14 presents its locust plague as singularly unparalleled.
Matthew 24:21-22: For then shall be great tribulation, such as was not since the beginning of the world to this time, no, nor ever shall be.
Paradox #1
One potential contradiction in relation to that biblical account involves the scale and impact of the locust plagues described. In scientific studies of locust swarms in the region, while large swarms have occurred, there is debate on whether they would be as destructive or as widespread as described in the account. The historical accuracy of such a massive event affecting an entire empire might be questioned due to a lack of corroborative evidence from Egyptian historical records.
Paradox #2
The event described might conflict with scientific understandings of biology and ecology. A swarm of locusts as described in this context would require an extraordinarily large number of insects, which could challenge logistical aspects of their sudden appearance, survival, and the ecological impact on the environment. The feasibility of such a large swarm in natural conditions raises questions within scientific perspectives.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in this context could be the concept of divine punishment affecting innocent people. The verse describes a plague of locusts affecting Egypt. A moral question arises about the fairness of inflicting suffering on all Egyptians, including those who might not have been responsible for the enslavement of the Israelites. This raises issues about collective punishment and the suffering of innocents.