Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 2:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 2:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 2:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the author of the book, some people said a man from Egypt helped them when they were in trouble with some mean shepherds and also gave water to their animals. Christians often see this story as showing how God cares for everyone and sends help when we need it.

Exodus 2:19: And they said, An Egyptian delivered us out of the hand of the shepherds, and also drew [water] enough for us, and watered the flock.

Contradiction with Judges 4:21

This verse describes Jael, a woman who killed a man, which contrasts with the perception in Exodus 2:19 that Moses, being an Egyptian, had been an ally, not a threat to the women.

Judges 4:21: Then Jael Heber's wife took a nail of the tent, and took an hammer in her hand, and went softly unto him, and smote the nail into his temples, and fastened it into the ground: for he was fast asleep and weary. So he died. [and took: Heb. and put]

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 17:42-43

These verses show the disdain Goliath had for David because he was a young boy, relying on appearances, contradicting Exodus 2:19 where the daughters of Reuel perceived Moses favorably based on his action.

1 Samuel 17:42-43: And when the Philistine looked about, and saw David, he disdained him: for he was [but] a youth, and ruddy, and of a fair countenance.

Contradiction with Acts 7:28

This verse highlights a fear of wrongful actions, unlike the trust shown toward Moses in Exodus 2:19.

Acts 7:28: Wilt thou kill me, as thou diddest the Egyptian yesterday?

Contradiction with John 4:9

Here, ethnic and social barriers limit interaction, contrasting with Exodus 2:19 where the daughters of Reuel welcomed Moses despite possible ethnic differences.

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.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Exodus 2:19 involves the identity of Moses. In the verse, he is identified as an Egyptian, but he was actually an Israelite raised in the Pharaoh's palace. This discrepancy can lead to confusion about his true background.

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