Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 15:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 15:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 15:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse is about him and the Israelites singing a happy song to God because He helped them win against their enemies by throwing the bad guys' horses and riders into the sea. It's a way to say thank you to God for being strong and protecting them.

Exodus 15:1: Then sang Moses and the children of Israel this song unto the LORD, and spake, saying, I will sing unto the LORD, for he hath triumphed gloriously: the horse and his rider hath he thrown into the sea.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Exodus 15:1 celebrates triumph over enemies, whereas Matthew 5:44 instructs to love and pray for enemies.

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 15:1 emphasizes God's deliverance through wrath, while Romans 12:19 urges believers to leave vengeance to God, not celebrate it.

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 Proverbs 24:17

Exodus 15:1 involves rejoicing over the defeat of enemies; Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when enemies fall.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Exodus 15:1 highlights God's victory over adversaries, but Luke 6:27 teaches to love and do good to enemies.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 13:4-5

Exodus 15:1 involves an exultation over foes, whereas 1 Corinthians 13:4-5 describes love as not rejoicing in wrongdoings or harm against others.

1 Corinthians 13:4-5: Charity suffereth long, [and] is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up, [vaunteth...: or, is not rash]

Paradox #1

One possible contradiction or inconsistency with "Exodus 15:1" is related to the timing and composition of the song attributed to Moses. Some scholars question whether such a song would have been composed immediately after the events described, suggesting it might have been written later and retroactively attributed to Moses. This raises questions about the accuracy of its historical context and authorship.

Paradox #2

Exodus 15:1 is a song of triumph and praise celebrating a victory over enemies. The contradiction or conflict could arise when one considers the celebration of destruction and the suffering of others, which might conflict with messages of love and compassion found elsewhere in religious teachings. Some might find it inconsistent with the idea of universal kindness.

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