Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
Exodus 32:34 suggests that God will visit the sin of the people upon them, whereas Ezekiel 18:20 states that the son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, highlighting individual responsibility for sin rather than collective punishment.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:29-30
In Exodus 32:34, God's punishment extends to future generations, but Jeremiah 31:29-30 asserts that people will only be punished for their own sins, not for the sins of others.
Jeremiah 31:29-30: In those days they shall say no more, The fathers have eaten a sour grape, and the children's teeth are set on edge.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:16
Exodus 32:34 implies generational punishment, whereas Deuteronomy 24:16 explicitly states that children should not be punished for the sins of their parents, contradicting the idea of inherited punishment.
Deuteronomy 24:16: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.
Contradiction with Isaiah 3:11
Exodus 32:34 implies delayed judgment, while Isaiah 3:11 indicates that individuals will receive recompense in a more immediate and direct manner according to their actions.
Isaiah 3:11: Woe unto the wicked! [it shall be] ill [with him]: for the reward of his hands shall be given him. [given...: Heb. done to him]
Paradox #1
Exodus 32:34 hints at God leading the people and punishing those who sinned. A potential contradiction arises in this context if it's seen as conflicting with ideas of God's immediate justice versus deferred justice. Some may perceive inconsistency in how and when God chooses to punish, or how divine forgiveness and punishment coexist.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or inconsistency in that verse could be seen in the idea of divine punishment. It suggests that God intends to punish people for their sins later, which can raise questions about justice, fairness, and forgiveness. People might wonder why there is a delay in punishment or how this aligns with the concept of a merciful and forgiving God.