Contradiction with Titus 1:2
This verse states that God cannot lie, whereas Moses in Exodus 32:31 is speaking to God about the great sin of the Israelites, implying a need for God's forgiveness, which suggests imperfection or error among His people.
Titus 1:2: In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began; [In: or, For]
Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse clarifies that God cannot be tempted with evil, nor does he tempt any man, but Exodus 32:31 involves a scenario where God's wrath is kindled against the Israelites' sin, suggesting a response to human actions.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse promises forgiveness and cleansing from sin if we confess, contradicting Exodus 32:31's illustration of Moses pleading for atonement, implying the need for an intermediary for forgiveness.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Romans 6:23
This verse declares the wages of sin to be death, but the gift of God is eternal life, contrasting with Exodus 32:31 where Moses seeks atonement for the Israelites' sin, suggesting salvation can be mediated.
Romans 6:23: For the wages of sin [is] death; but the gift of God [is] eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Contradiction with Psalm 103:12
This verse speaks of God removing our transgressions as far as east is from west, contradicting Moses' mention of the Israelites' sin in Exodus 32:31, indicating a lasting awareness of sin by God.
Psalm 103:12: As far as the east is from the west, [so] far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in that verse could be seen in Moses asking God to forgive the people for their sin or else remove him from the book God has written. It might conflict with the idea of individual responsibility, as it suggests Moses is willing to bear the consequences of the people's actions, which some might see as unfair or inconsistent with personal accountability. However, interpretations can vary, and some see it as an act of sacrificial leadership.