Contradiction with Numbers 14:18
This verse also states that the Lord is slow to anger and forgiving, which aligns with Exodus 34:6 rather than contradicts.
Numbers 14:18: The LORD [is] longsuffering, and of great mercy, forgiving iniquity and transgression, and by no means clearing [the guilty], visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth [generation].
Contradiction with Nahum 1:2
This verse describes God as jealous and vengeful, which contrasts with Exodus 34:6's emphasis on mercy and compassion.
Nahum 1:2: God [is] jealous, and the LORD revengeth; the LORD revengeth, and [is] furious; the LORD will take vengeance on his adversaries, and he reserveth [wrath] for his enemies. [God...: or, The LORD is a jealous God, and a revenger, etc] [is furious: Heb. that hath fury]
Contradiction with Isaiah 13:9
This verse depicts God as coming with wrath and fierce anger, which contradicts Exodus 34:6's focus on God's gracious and merciful nature.
Isaiah 13:9: Behold, the day of the LORD cometh, cruel both with wrath and fierce anger, to lay the land desolate: and he shall destroy the sinners thereof out of it.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 32:21
This verse speaks of God provoking people to anger and responding with vengeance, differing from the merciful image in Exodus 34:6.
Deuteronomy 32:21: They have moved me to jealousy with [that which is] not God; they have provoked me to anger with their vanities: and I will move them to jealousy with [those which are] not a people; I will provoke them to anger with a foolish nation.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:23
This verse shows God's fierce anger going forth as a whirlwind, contrary to the slow and compassionate nature described in Exodus 34:6.
Jeremiah 30:23: Behold, the whirlwind of the LORD goeth forth with fury, a continuing whirlwind: it shall fall with pain upon the head of the wicked. [continuing: Heb. cutting] [fall...: or, remain]
Contradiction with 2 Kings 17:18
This verse indicates God's anger led to the removal of Israel out of His sight, which contradicts the patience and mercy noted in Exodus 34:6.
2 Kings 17:18: Therefore the LORD was very angry with Israel, and removed them out of his sight: there was none left but the tribe of Judah only.
Paradox #1
The contradiction some people point to involves the idea of a merciful and forgiving God versus the instances in the Bible where God appears to act in ways that are not merciful, such as in stories of punishment or destruction. This can seem inconsistent to some readers when trying to understand God's nature.
Paradox #2
Exodus 34:6 talks about God's compassion and mercy. A possible contradiction could be with passages that describe God as displaying anger or judgment, such as instances where God punishes people for their sins. This difference can seem inconsistent to some people because it raises questions about how God can be both merciful and wrathful at the same time.
Paradox #3
Exodus 34:6 describes God as compassionate and merciful. The contradiction some people see is when this verse is compared to other parts of the Bible where God is portrayed as allowing or commanding violence and punishment. This inconsistency lies in reconciling a compassionate God with actions or orders that seem harsh or unforgiving.