Contradiction with Hebrews 9:27
This verse contradicts the notion of being "gathered unto his people" by emphasizing judgment after death rather than a peaceful gathering with one's ancestors.
Hebrews 9:27: And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:
Contradiction with Job 7:9-10
This verse provides a different perspective on death, stating that once a person dies, they do not return or have a place among the living, contrasting the gathering aspect in Genesis 49:33.
Job 7:9-10: [As] the cloud is consumed and vanisheth away: so he that goeth down to the grave shall come up no [more].
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:5
It states that the dead know nothing, implying a cessation of relationships and gatherings, which contrasts with the idea of being gathered unto one's people.
Ecclesiastes 9:5: For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten.
Contradiction with Isaiah 38:18
This verse notes that the grave cannot praise God, suggesting a separation from both God and people, contrasting with the idea of being gathered with ancestors.
Isaiah 38:18: For the grave cannot praise thee, death can [not] celebrate thee: they that go down into the pit cannot hope for thy truth.
Contradiction with Matthew 22:32
Although not directly contradictory, this verse emphasizes God as a God of the living, suggesting a different view from death gathering.
Matthew 22:32: And when the multitude heard [this], they were astonished at his doctrine.
Contradiction with Revelation 20:12
This highlights the dead being judged based on their deeds, offering a different fate than simply being gathered to one's people.
Revelation 20:12: And I saw the dead, small and great, stand before God; and the books were opened: and another book was opened, which is [the book] of life: and the dead were judged out of those things which were written in the books, according to their works.