Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 7:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 7:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 7:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God told him that Pharaoh was being very stubborn and didn't want to let the Israelites leave Egypt. God knew Pharaoh's heart wasn't ready to listen or do the right thing.

Exodus 7:14: And the LORD said unto Moses, Pharaoh's heart [is] hardened, he refuseth to let the people go.

Contradiction with Matthew 19:26

This verse states that all things are possible with God, contradicting Exodus 7:14 where Pharaoh's heart is hardened, suggesting a limitation or predetermined course.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

This verse implies God's desire for all to come to repentance, contradicting the notion in Exodus 7:14 where Pharaoh is not given a chance to repent initially.

2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:23

Here, God expresses no pleasure in the death of the wicked but desires their repentance, which contrasts with Pharaoh’s hardened heart in Exodus 7:14 leading to inevitable plagues.

Ezekiel 18:23: Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: [and] not that he should return from his ways, and live?

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4

This verse mentions God's wish for all to be saved and to come to the knowledge of the truth, which contrasts with Exodus 7:14's narrative of Pharaoh's hardened heart leading to his downfall.

1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction lies in the idea of free will versus divine intervention. If a person's behavior is influenced or controlled by a higher power, it raises questions about their responsibility for their actions. This could seem unfair or inconsistent with the notion of moral accountability.

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