Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 14:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 14:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 14:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the leader of the Egyptians gathered a big group of special chariots and their best fighters to chase after the Israelites. This shows how powerful the king's army was as they went after God's people.

Exodus 14:7: And he took six hundred chosen chariots, and all the chariots of Egypt, and captains over every one of them.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Exodus 14:7 depicts a military pursuit, while Matthew 5:44 encourages love and prayer for enemies, contradicting the notion of armed conflict.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Exodus 14:7 involves vengeance against the Israelites, but Romans 12:19 advises against taking vengeance, leaving it to God.

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

Exodus 14:7 shows preparation for war, whereas Isaiah 2:4 envisions a future where nations no longer engage in war.

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]

Paradox #1

One possible historical inconsistency regarding Exodus 14:7 could be the mention of a large number of chariots used by the Egyptians. Some historians and archaeologists debate whether the Egyptian army at that specific time had access to and utilized the number of chariots described, as records and evidence of such extensive use are limited. However, this is more of a historical debate rather than a confirmed contradiction.

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