Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
It states that when a man's ways please the Lord, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him, contradicting the plague and conflict in Exodus 8:2.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:39
This verse advises to not resist evil and to turn the other cheek, in contrast to the retaliatory nature of the plagues in Exodus 8:2.
Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Teaches not to avenge but leave wrath to God, contrasting with the direct action taken against Egypt in Exodus 8:2.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Instructs to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, differing from the threat of plagues in Exodus 8:2.
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 Isaiah 2:4
Predicts a time when nations will not lift up sword against each other, which contradicts the aggressive approach in Exodus 8:2.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with James 1:20
States that the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God, opposing the destructive plagues in response to Pharaoh's actions in Exodus 8:2.
James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
Contradiction with Zechariah 4:6
Emphasizes that victories come not by might nor power, but by God's Spirit, which contradicts the physical plagues threatened in Exodus 8:2.
Zechariah 4:6: Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This [is] the word of the LORD unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts. [might: or, army]
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
Warns that those who take the sword will perish by the sword, which is inconsistent with the plague as a form of judgment in Exodus 8:2.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Paradox #1
Exodus 8:2 talks about a consequence if a demand is not met. Some may see a contradiction in the idea of a loving and merciful God using harsh measures. It's the tension between justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in Exodus 8:2 could be seen in the portrayal of God as both loving and punitive. Some may find it challenging to reconcile the idea of a compassionate God with one who unleashes suffering as a form of punishment. This can create tension in understanding God's nature as consistently loving and merciful.