Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 9:34

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 9:34 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 9:34. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, when Pharaoh saw that the bad weather stopped, he chose to keep being stubborn and didn't listen to God, just like his helpers.

Exodus 9:34: And when Pharaoh saw that the rain and the hail and the thunders were ceased, he sinned yet more, and hardened his heart, he and his servants.

Contradiction with Exodus 9:12

This verse states that the Lord hardened Pharaoh's heart, whereas Exodus 9:34 indicates Pharaoh hardened his own heart.

Exodus 9:12: And the LORD hardened the heart of Pharaoh, and he hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had spoken unto Moses.

Contradiction with Romans 9:18

This verse emphasizes that God has mercy on whom He wants and hardens whom He wants, which contrasts with the notion of Pharaoh hardening his own heart in Exodus 9:34.

Romans 9:18: Therefore hath he mercy on whom he will [have mercy], and whom he will he hardeneth.

Contradiction with Exodus 4:21

Here, God declares He will harden Pharaoh's heart, contradicting the idea that Pharaoh is solely responsible for hardening his own heart in Exodus 9:34.

Exodus 4:21: And the LORD said unto Moses, When thou goest to return into Egypt, see that thou do all those wonders before Pharaoh, which I have put in thine hand: but I will harden his heart, that he shall not let the people go.

Contradiction with Exodus 10:1

The Lord says that He has hardened Pharaoh's heart, differing from the suggestion in Exodus 9:34 that Pharaoh hardens his own heart.

Exodus 10:1: And the LORD said unto Moses, Go in unto Pharaoh: for I have hardened his heart, and the heart of his servants, that I might shew these my signs before him:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency might be related to the hardening of Pharaoh's heart. Some people question whether it was Pharaoh's own decision to not let the Israelites go or if it was influenced by God, raising questions about free will and divine intervention.

Paradox #2

The contradiction in this verse might be seen in the idea that after a devastating event, there is an expectation for change or repentance. However, the person involved returns to their previous behavior, indicating a conflict between experiencing a significant consequence and the lack of moral or behavioral change. This can raise questions about genuine transformation and the nature of stubbornness or hard-heartedness.

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