Contradiction with Exodus 9:16
This verse explains that God raised Pharaoh to show His power and declare His name in all the earth, similar to the purpose in Exodus 10:2, rather than contradicting it.
Exodus 9:16: And in very deed for this [cause] have I raised thee up, for to shew [in] thee my power; and that my name may be declared throughout all the earth. [raised...: Heb. made thee stand]
Contradiction with Matthew 13:13-15
These verses talk about parables being used to hide knowledge from those who are not meant to understand, contrasting with Exodus 10:2 where God's actions are meant to be told and understood by future generations.
Matthew 13:13-15: Therefore speak I to them in parables: because they seeing see not; and hearing they hear not, neither do they understand.
Paradox #1
Exodus 10:2 might raise questions about why a loving and merciful God would harden Pharaoh's heart, preventing him from letting the Israelites go, which led to more suffering and plagues in Egypt. This can seem in conflict with the idea of free will and God's compassion.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in this context might arise from the idea of God hardening Pharaoh's heart. Some might view it as inconsistent for a moral and just deity to influence someone's free will negatively and then punish them for actions taken as a result. This could be seen as conflicting with notions of fairness and personal responsibility.