Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 8:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 8:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 8:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God told him to tell Pharaoh to let the Israelites go free so they could worship God. God wanted His people to serve Him and not be slaves in Egypt anymore.

Exodus 8:1: And the LORD spake unto Moses, Go unto Pharaoh, and say unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Let my people go, that they may serve me.

Contradiction with Exodus 34:14

Exodus 8:1 says to let God's people go to serve Him, while Exodus 34:14 emphasizes worshipping no other god, implying a focus on exclusive worship, which may be seen as conflicting with serving others.

Exodus 34:14: For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name [is] Jealous, [is] a jealous God:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Exodus 8:1 demands the release of the Israelites to serve God under a forced condition, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for one's enemies, suggesting a contradiction in approach to dealing with adversaries.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Exodus 8:1 involves defying the authority of Pharaoh by demanding the Israelites' release, while Romans 13:1 instructs obedience to governing authorities, marking a potential contradiction in respecting authority.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:18

Exodus 8:1 calls for the Israelites to be removed from service to Pharaoh, whereas 1 Peter 2:18 advises servants to be subject to their masters with respect, which could be seen as conflicting guidance on servitude.

1 Peter 2:18: Servants, [be] subject to [your] masters with all fear; not only to the good and gentle, but also to the froward.
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