Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 14:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 14:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 14:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Pharaoh got his chariot ready and took his soldiers with him. He wanted to chase after the people that were leaving because he didn't want them to go.

Exodus 14:6: And he made ready his chariot, and took his people with him:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

In contrast to Exodus 14:6 where Pharaoh takes aggressive action, Jesus teaches to resist not an evil person.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Contrary to preparing for battle, Proverbs advises against seeking personal vengeance and suggests waiting for the Lord for salvation.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

While Exodus 14:6 involves preparing for war, Romans advises against taking revenge and emphasizes leaving room for God's wrath.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4

This speaks of a future peace where nations no longer prepare for battle, which contradicts the warlike preparations in Exodus 14:6.

Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Contradiction with Micah 4:3

Opposes the context of Exodus 14:6 by promoting peace and the end of preparations for war among nations.

Micah 4:3: And he shall judge among many people, and rebuke strong nations afar off; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]

Contradiction with James 4:1

Highlights the internal sources of conflicts and fights, in contrast to the physical preparation for battle in Exodus 14:6.

James 4:1: From whence [come] wars and fightings among you? [come they] not hence, [even] of your lusts that war in your members? [fightings: or, brawlings] [lusts: or, pleasures]
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