Contradiction with Exodus 33:11
Deuteronomy 34:10 states that there has not arisen a prophet like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face, whereas Exodus 33:11 describes the Lord speaking to Moses face to face, implying that such communication was not unique solely to Moses.
Exodus 33:11: And the LORD spake unto Moses face to face, as a man speaketh unto his friend. And he turned again into the camp: but his servant Joshua, the son of Nun, a young man, departed not out of the tabernacle.
Contradiction with Numbers 12:6-8
Deuteronomy 34:10 claims that no prophet like Moses has arisen, suggesting his singularity, while Numbers 12:6-8 portrays God conversing with Moses differently than with other prophets, yet still does not address the exclusivity implied by Deuteronomy 34:10.
Numbers 12:6-8: And he said, Hear now my words: If there be a prophet among you, [I] the LORD will make myself known unto him in a vision, [and] will speak unto him in a dream.
Contradiction with Acts 3:22
Deuteronomy 34:10 emphasizes Moses's unparalleled status, while Acts 3:22 cites Moses saying God will raise up a prophet like him, suggesting the possibility of others reaching a similar prophetic distinction.
Acts 3:22: For Moses truly said unto the fathers, A prophet shall the Lord your God raise up unto you of your brethren, like unto me; him shall ye hear in all things whatsoever he shall say unto you.
Contradiction with Hebrews 3:5-6
Deuteronomy 34:10 states Moses's unique prophetic status, yet Hebrews 3:5-6 delineates Christ as worthy of more glory than Moses, presenting a contradiction to the uniqueness claimed in Deuteronomy.
Hebrews 3:5-6: And Moses verily [was] faithful in all his house, as a servant, for a testimony of those things which were to be spoken after;
Contradiction with Matthew 11:11
Deuteronomy 34:10 emphasizes Moses's unparalleled prophetic stature, while Matthew 11:11 acknowledges John the Baptist as greater than all born of women, which creates a discrepancy in terms of comparative greatness.
Matthew 11:11: Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.
Paradox #1
Deuteronomy 34:10 mentions that there was no prophet like Moses, which can seem inconsistent when considering the later importance of prophets like Elijah or the claims about Jesus in the New Testament. These figures are also seen as very significant, potentially leading to perceived tensions in how they are compared to Moses.
Paradox #2
The doctrinal conflict could be that Deuteronomy 34:10 states that no prophet in Israel has arisen like Moses, who knew God face to face. Some might see this as a contradiction with later prophets like Elijah or even Jesus, who are also considered to have had close relationships with God. This could raise questions about how unique Moses' role is compared to others in the Bible.
Paradox #3
Deuteronomy 34:10 presents a contradiction when considering the traditional belief that Moses himself wrote the entire Torah, including Deuteronomy. Since this verse speaks about Moses in the past tense, it suggests it was written after his death, implying that someone else authored at least this part of the text. This inconsistency challenges the view of Mosaic authorship.
Paradox #4
This verse praises Moses as a unique prophet whom God knew face-to-face, which might seem inconsistent because it suggests a special relationship with God that others cannot attain. This could be seen as conflicting with the idea that anyone can be equally close to God. However, it primarily highlights Moses’s exceptional role in biblical history, and this description doesn't necessarily detract from the potential for others to also have meaningful relationships with God.