Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 2:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 2:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 2:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Exodus, Moses saw that some mean shepherds were being unkind to the girls, so he stood up for them and helped take care of their sheep by giving them water. This shows that Moses was brave and kind, ready to help others in need.

Exodus 2:17: And the shepherds came and drove them away: but Moses stood up and helped them, and watered their flock.

Contradiction with John 4:9

This verse suggests Jews did not associate with Samaritans, contrasting with Exodus 2:17 where Moses, a Hebrew, helps non-Israelite women.

John 4:9: Then saith the woman of Samaria unto him, How is it that thou, being a Jew, askest drink of me, which am a woman of Samaria? for the Jews have no dealings with the Samaritans.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love your enemies, which contradicts the implied expectation in Exodus 2:17 of helping only one's allies or own people.

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 Proverbs 24:29

Advises against repaying harm to those who harm you, contrasting Moses’ action of defending the women.

Proverbs 24:29: Say not, I will do so to him as he hath done to me: I will render to the man according to his work.

Contradiction with Luke 10:31-32

The priest and Levite neglect the injured man, unlike Moses who intervened in Exodus 2:17.

Luke 10:31-32: And by chance there came down a certain priest that way: and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side.

Contradiction with Galatians 6:10

Urges doing good to everyone, whereas Exodus 2:17 reflects doing good to the non-Israelite women, in potential conflict with tribal norms.

Galatians 6:10: As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all [men], especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
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