Contradiction with Numbers 11:4-6
This verse contradicts Exodus 16:15 by showing that the Israelites became dissatisfied with the manna, expressing longing for the variety of foods they had in Egypt, whereas Exodus 16:15 presents manna as a miraculous provision.
Numbers 11:4-6: And the mixt multitude that [was] among them fell a lusting: and the children of Israel also wept again, and said, Who shall give us flesh to eat? [fell...: Heb. lusted a lust] [wept...: Heb. returned and wept]
Paradox #1
Exodus 16:15 describes the Israelites encountering manna, the bread-like substance provided by God during their journey in the desert. A potential contradiction lies in the lack of archaeological evidence for such a large-scale sustenance miracle in the Sinai Peninsula. Additionally, the absence of similar accounts in other contemporary Near Eastern records raises questions about the historicity of this event.
Paradox #2
Some people might see a conflict with science in the description of "manna" from heaven. The story suggests that this substance appeared miraculously to feed people in the desert, which contradicts natural scientific explanations about how food resources are typically obtained or produced. In science, food generally comes from processes like agriculture or foraging. The idea of it appearing suddenly without any apparent source may challenge scientific logic and understanding.