Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 10:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 10:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 10:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the people who worked for the king of Egypt (Pharaoh) wanted him to let the Israelites go because they were causing so many problems. They told the king that Egypt was already in trouble because of keeping the Israelites, and it would be better to let them go so they could worship their God.

Exodus 10:7: And Pharaoh's servants said unto him, How long shall this man be a snare unto us? let the men go, that they may serve the LORD their God: knowest thou not yet that Egypt is destroyed?

Contradiction with Proverbs 21:1

This verse suggests that the king's heart is in God's hand, contradicting Exodus 10:7 where Pharaoh's advisors influence his decision.

Proverbs 21:1: The king's heart [is] in the hand of the LORD, [as] the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

This verse states all authorities are established by God, conflicting with Exodus 10:7 where Pharaoh's advisors try to influence his decisions against God's will.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with Exodus 9:12

This verse indicates that God hardens Pharaoh's heart, contrasting with Exodus 10:7 where his servants advise surrender.

Exodus 9:12: And the LORD hardened the heart of Pharaoh, and he hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had spoken unto Moses.

Contradiction with Exodus 4:21

God tells Moses He will harden Pharaoh's heart, contradicting the influence of Pharaoh's servants in Exodus 10:7.

Exodus 4:21: And the LORD said unto Moses, When thou goest to return into Egypt, see that thou do all those wonders before Pharaoh, which I have put in thine hand: but I will harden his heart, that he shall not let the people go.

Contradiction with Exodus 7:3

This verse speaks of God's plan to harden Pharaoh's heart, while Exodus 10:7 shows Pharaoh's servants urging him to relent.

Exodus 7:3: And I will harden Pharaoh's heart, and multiply my signs and my wonders in the land of Egypt.

Paradox #1

Exodus 10:7 might show a conflict between the Pharaoh's advisors and the Pharaoh himself. The advisors wanted to let the Israelites go to avoid further suffering in Egypt, while Pharaoh resisted. This could show a moral conflict between stubbornness and practical wisdom.

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