Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 2:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 2:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 2:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the author of the book, this verse shows that Miriam, the baby's sister, was watching from a distance to see what would happen to her baby brother. She was worried and cared for him, wanting to make sure he was safe.

Exodus 2:4: And his sister stood afar off, to wit what would be done to him.

Contradiction with Exodus 4:10

Contradicts Moses' vigilance and initiative shown in Exodus 2:4 by depicting Moses as hesitant and slow of speech.

Exodus 4:10: And Moses said unto the LORD, O my Lord, I [am] not eloquent, neither heretofore, nor since thou hast spoken unto thy servant: but I [am] slow of speech, and of a slow tongue. [eloquent: Heb. a man of words] [heretofore: Heb. since yesterday, nor since the third day]

Contradiction with Exodus 3:11

Contradicts Moses' boldness as depicted by the protective act of his sister in Exodus 2:4, highlighting Moses' self-doubt.

Exodus 3:11: And Moses said unto God, Who [am] I, that I should go unto Pharaoh, and that I should bring forth the children of Israel out of Egypt?

Contradiction with Exodus 6:12

Presents Moses as doubtful and lacking in faith, which contradicts the careful and watchful behavior of his sister in Exodus 2:4.

Exodus 6:12: And Moses spake before the LORD, saying, Behold, the children of Israel have not hearkened unto me; how then shall Pharaoh hear me, who [am] of uncircumcised lips?
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