Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
Contradicts with the worshiping of the golden calf in Exodus 32:6 by stating, "Thou shalt have no other gods before me."
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:5
Contradicts the actions of idolatry in Exodus 32:6 by declaring, "Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them."
Exodus 20:5: Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God [am] a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth [generation] of them that hate me;
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 5:9
Contradicts the idolatry observed in Exodus 32:6 by saying, "Thou shalt not bow down thyself unto them, nor serve them."
Deuteronomy 5:9: Thou shalt not bow down thyself unto them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God [am] a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth [generation] of them that hate me,
Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8
Contradicts the glorification of an idol in Exodus 32:6 by stating, "I am the Lord: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images."
Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
Contradiction with Romans 1:25
Contradicts the idol worship in Exodus 32:6 by stating, "Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever."
Romans 1:25: Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen. [more: or, rather]
Contradiction with Acts 17:29
Contradicts the making of a golden calf in Exodus 32:6 by emphasizing, "Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device."
Acts 17:29: Forasmuch then as we are the offspring of God, we ought not to think that the Godhead is like unto gold, or silver, or stone, graven by art and man's device.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:7
Contradicts the behavior displayed in Exodus 32:6 by warning, "Neither be ye idolaters, as were some of them; as it is written, The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play."
1 Corinthians 10:7: Neither be ye idolaters, as [were] some of them; as it is written, The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play.
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:9
Contradicts the creation of an idol in Exodus 32:6 by pointing out, "They that make a graven image are all of them vanity; and their delectable things shall not profit."
Isaiah 44:9: They that make a graven image [are] all of them vanity; and their delectable things shall not profit; and they [are] their own witnesses; they see not, nor know; that they may be ashamed. [delectable: Heb. desirable]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:3-5
Contradicts the reverence towards the golden calf in Exodus 32:6 by describing the futility of idols: "For the customs of the people are vain: for one cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe."
Jeremiah 10:3-5: For the customs of the people [are] vain: for [one] cutteth a tree out of the forest, the work of the hands of the workman, with the axe. [customs...: Heb. statutes, or, ordinances are vanity]
Contradiction with Habakkuk 2:18
Contradicts the act of idol creation in Exodus 32:6 by questioning, "What profiteth the graven image that the maker thereof hath graven it; the molten image, and a teacher of lies, that the maker of his work trusteth therein, to make dumb idols?"
Habakkuk 2:18: What profiteth the graven image that the maker thereof hath graven it; the molten image, and a teacher of lies, that the maker of his work trusteth therein, to make dumb idols? [maker of...: Heb. fashioner of his fashion]
Paradox #1
The potential theological conflict with Exodus 32:6 lies in the Israelites participating in idol worship despite having just received the Ten Commandments, which forbid idolatry. This shows inconsistency in their faithfulness to God's commands.
Paradox #2
Exodus 32:6 describes an event where the Israelites indulge in eating, drinking, and revelry, which is associated with them worshipping the golden calf. A potential doctrinal conflict could arise when considering the Ten Commandments, specifically the commandment against idolatry found in Exodus 20:3-5. The Israelites' actions in Exodus 32:6 directly contradict this commandment, highlighting an inconsistency between their beliefs and actions.
Paradox #3
The contradiction related to Exodus 32:6 could center around the timeline of events in the desert. Some scholars point out inconsistencies in the chronology of the Israelites' journey, such as the duration and specific activities. Additionally, the actions described might not align with the religious practices expected of the Israelites during that period, highlighting a potential conflict between religious instructions and historical behaviors.
Paradox #4
Exodus 32:6 involves the Israelites engaging in revelry after making a golden calf to worship. The contradiction here is that despite having received the Ten Commandments, which include instructions against idolatry, the people still choose to worship an idol. This represents a conflict between their actions and the commandments they recently agreed to follow, showing inconsistency in their faithfulness and obedience to God's laws.