Exodus 9:30 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to Moses, he understands that Pharaoh and his helpers do not truly respect or listen to God yet. Even though God has shown His power, they still do not believe in Him.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:11

While Exodus 9:30 shows that people do not fear the LORD despite witnessing his power, Ecclesiastes 8:11 suggests that people are emboldened to do evil because judgment is not executed swiftly, implying a delayed consequence rather than a lack of fear.

Ecclesiastes 8:11: Because sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil.

Contradiction with Proverbs 1:7

Exodus 9:30 indicates a lack of fear of the LORD, while Proverbs 1:7 states that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge, suggesting that fear leads to wisdom and understanding.

Proverbs 1:7: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of knowledge: [but] fools despise wisdom and instruction. [the beginning: or, the principal part]

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:23

Exodus 9:30 highlights a lack of fear of God, but Proverbs 19:23 claims that the fear of the LORD leads to life, implying a positive outcome rather than disregard.

Proverbs 19:23: The fear of the LORD [tendeth] to life: and [he that hath it] shall abide satisfied; he shall not be visited with evil.

Contradiction with Psalm 111:10

While Psalm 111:10 states that the fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, Exodus 9:30 suggests that some people do not fear God despite witnessing His power.

Psalm 111:10: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do [his commandments]: his praise endureth for ever. [a good...: or, good success] [his commandments: Heb. them]

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:31

Exodus 9:30 indicates a lack of fear, but Hebrews 10:31 suggests it is a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God, implying that fear should naturally arise from the prospect of divine judgment.

Hebrews 10:31: [It is] a fearful thing to fall into the hands of the living God.

Contradiction with James 2:19

Exodus 9:30 shows a lack of fear, yet James 2:19 states that even demons believe and tremble, implying that acknowledgment of God's power naturally induces fear.