Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 35:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 35:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 35:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the women who felt wise and inspired in their hearts worked hard to spin goat hair into yarn. This helped them make special things for their community.

Exodus 35:26: And all the women whose heart stirred them up in wisdom spun goats' [hair].

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:12

Women are advised not to teach or usurp authority over men, but Exodus 35:26 shows women actively contributing skills.

1 Timothy 2:12: But I suffer not a woman to teach, nor to usurp authority over the man, but to be in silence.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:34

Women are told to keep silent in churches, contrasting with the active participation of women described in Exodus 35:26.

1 Corinthians 14:34: Let your women keep silence in the churches: for it is not permitted unto them to speak; but [they are commanded] to be under obedience, as also saith the law.

Contradiction with Genesis 3:16

Suggests a husband's rule over wife, while Exodus 35:26 shows women's initiative and contribution.

Genesis 3:16: Unto the woman he said, I will greatly multiply thy sorrow and thy conception; in sorrow thou shalt bring forth children; and thy desire [shall be] to thy husband, and he shall rule over thee. [to thy...: or, subject to thy husband]

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:9-10

Advises women to focus on modesty and good works rather than craftsmanship, contrary to women's craftsmanship in Exodus 35:26.

1 Timothy 2:9-10: In like manner also, that women adorn themselves in modest apparel, with shamefacedness and sobriety; not with broided hair, or gold, or pearls, or costly array; [broided: or, plaited]

Paradox #1

The contradiction, inconsistency, or conflict might be seen if the verse is interpreted as promoting gender-specific roles by mentioning women performing a specific task. This could be in contrast to modern views of gender equality, where tasks and roles should not be limited based on gender. However, others might argue that the context of the time and culture should be considered.

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