Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 5:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 5:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 5:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Exodus, this verse shows that the Israelites, who were slaves in Egypt, were being treated very badly because they couldn't make enough bricks. The people in charge of them got in trouble and were hurt because they couldn't do what the king of Egypt wanted.

Exodus 5:14: And the officers of the children of Israel, which Pharaoh's taskmasters had set over them, were beaten, [and] demanded, Wherefore have ye not fulfilled your task in making brick both yesterday and to day, as heretofore?

Contradiction with Exodus 6:6

God promises deliverance, contradicting the foremen's experience of increased oppression in Exodus 5:14.

Exodus 6:6: Wherefore say unto the children of Israel, I [am] the LORD, and I will bring you out from under the burdens of the Egyptians, and I will rid you out of their bondage, and I will redeem you with a stretched out arm, and with great judgments:

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Jesus offers rest to the weary, contrasting with the increased labor and suffering described in Exodus 5:14.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

Declares God as a refuge and strength, which contrasts with the lack of immediate help seen in Exodus 5:14.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Hebrews 4:9

Speaks of a promised rest for the people of God, unlike the harsh labor conditions experienced by the Israelites in Exodus 5:14.

Hebrews 4:9: There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. [rest: or, keeping of a sabbath]

Paradox #1

Exodus 5:14 could present a contradiction or conflict in the context of justice and fairness. The verse describes how the Israelite overseers are punished for not meeting the brick-making quota, even though they are not given the necessary resources to fulfill it. This can highlight an inconsistency where individuals are held accountable and punished for circumstances beyond their control, challenging notions of fair treatment and justice.

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