Contradiction with Numbers 18:20
God tells Aaron that he will have no inheritance in the land, suggesting that other Levites similarly lack inheritance, contrasting with those who might receive land.
Numbers 18:20: And the LORD spake unto Aaron, Thou shalt have no inheritance in their land, neither shalt thou have any part among them: I [am] thy part and thine inheritance among the children of Israel.
Contradiction with Joshua 14:3-4
It mentions the Levites having no part in the land inheritance, yet indicates that the children of Joseph receive a double portion, showcasing a different distribution.
Joshua 14:3-4: For Moses had given the inheritance of two tribes and an half tribe on the other side Jordan: but unto the Levites he gave none inheritance among them.
Contradiction with Joshua 13:14
States the Levites have no inheritance among the tribes of Israel, but the sacrifices of the Lord are their inheritance, contrary to the idea of them having no share at all.
Joshua 13:14: Only unto the tribe of Levi he gave none inheritance; the sacrifices of the LORD God of Israel made by fire [are] their inheritance, as he said unto them.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 44:28
Implies that unlike others, their inheritance is God Himself, rather than land, which both aligns and contrasts Deuteronomy 18:2 by redefining 'inheritance.'
Ezekiel 44:28: And it shall be unto them for an inheritance: I [am] their inheritance: and ye shall give them no possession in Israel: I [am] their possession.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 18:2 mentions that the Levites have no inheritance among the other tribes of Israel because the Lord is their inheritance. A potential theological inconsistency could arise when considering other passages that discuss the distribution of land and inheritance among the Israelites. Some readers might wonder how the Levites' lack of a physical inheritance fits with God's covenant promises regarding land. However, this can be understood in the context of the Levites' unique role and spiritual inheritance.
Paradox #2
The contradiction with this verse is that it states a specific tribe will not receive a portion of land like the other tribes of Israel. However, in other parts of the Bible, there are references to this tribe having cities or areas assigned to them, which can seem inconsistent with the idea of not having a land inheritance.
Paradox #3
The potential moral conflict could arise from the fact that it specifies a group of people who should not receive a land inheritance like others, which might be seen as unfair or unequal treatment. This might be viewed as inconsistent with ideas of fairness and equal rights.