Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 2:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 2:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 2:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the person who tells this story, he saw two people from his own group fighting, and he asked the one who was being mean, "Why are you hurting your friend?" This shows that Moses cared about helping and stopping people from being unkind to each other.

Exodus 2:13: And when he went out the second day, behold, two men of the Hebrews strove together: and he said to him that did the wrong, Wherefore smitest thou thy fellow?

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse contradicts Exodus 2:13 by advocating non-resistance to evil and turning the other cheek, rather than confronting wrongdoing as Moses did.

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 Romans 12:19

This verse contradicts Exodus 2:13 by advising not to take revenge or confront others, letting God take care of justice.

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 15:1

This verse contradicts Exodus 2:13 as it suggests a gentle answer to defuse anger rather than confronting others.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

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