Contradiction with Matthew 2:16
This verse talks about Herod ordering the massacre of all boys in Bethlehem, which contrasts with the mercy shown to the Hebrew child in Exodus 2:6.
Matthew 2:16: Then was fulfilled that which was spoken by Jeremy the prophet, saying,
Contradiction with Exodus 1:22
The command given by Pharaoh to throw all Hebrew male infants into the Nile contradicts the compassion shown by Pharaoh's daughter in Exodus 2:6.
Exodus 1:22: And Pharaoh charged all his people, saying, Every son that is born ye shall cast into the river, and every daughter ye shall save alive.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 7:2
Commands the destruction of nations without mercy, contrasting the mercy shown to Moses in Exodus 2:6.
Deuteronomy 7:2: And when the LORD thy God shall deliver them before thee; thou shalt smite them, [and] utterly destroy them; thou shalt make no covenant with them, nor shew mercy unto them:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:3
God's command to completely destroy Amalekites—including women and children—contradicts the sparing of the Hebrew child in Exodus 2:6.
1 Samuel 15:3: Now go and smite Amalek, and utterly destroy all that they have, and spare them not; but slay both man and woman, infant and suckling, ox and sheep, camel and ass.
Contradiction with Proverbs 21:10
Describes the wicked showing no mercy, opposing the compassionate action of Pharaoh's daughter in Exodus 2:6.
Proverbs 21:10: The soul of the wicked desireth evil: his neighbour findeth no favour in his eyes. [findeth...: Heb. is not favoured]
Contradiction with Luke 6:36-37
Jesus teaches mercy, which could contrast with the broader context of Pharaoh’s daughter's nation in Exodus 2:6.
Luke 6:36-37: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.
Contradiction with Psalm 137:9
Talks about dashing Babylonian infants against rocks, in stark contrast to the compassion in Exodus 2:6.
Psalm 137:9: Happy [shall he be], that taketh and dasheth thy little ones against the stones. [the stones: Heb. the rock]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Exodus 2:6 could be seen in the context of compassion versus authority. Pharaoh's daughter shows compassion by saving a Hebrew baby, while her father, Pharaoh, ordered the killing of Hebrew boys. This conflict highlights the difference between personal morality and following authoritative decrees.