Contradiction with Numbers 9:18
This verse states that the journeying of the Israelites was entirely dependent on the commandment of the Lord, suggesting no initiative without divine instruction.
Numbers 9:18: At the commandment of the LORD the children of Israel journeyed, and at the commandment of the LORD they pitched: as long as the cloud abode upon the tabernacle they rested in their tents.
Contradiction with Exodus 13:21
This verse explains that God led the Israelites with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night, indicating a continuous divine guidance rather than a specific command to journey as in Numbers 10:13.
Exodus 13:21: And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way; and by night in a pillar of fire, to give them light; to go by day and night:
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 1:42
Here, God directly tells the Israelites not to go up and fight, showing a direct contradiction to the idea of marching at His command in Numbers 10:13.
Deuteronomy 1:42: And the LORD said unto me, Say unto them, Go not up, neither fight; for I [am] not among you; lest ye be smitten before your enemies.
Contradiction with Numbers 14:44
Despite a divine commandment to not go up, the Israelites decide to proceed, which contradicts Numbers 10:13's emphasis on moving by divine command.
Numbers 14:44: But they presumed to go up unto the hill top: nevertheless the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and Moses, departed not out of the camp.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
This verse emphasizes obedience being better than sacrifice, which can contradict Numbers 10:13, where the physical movement is based on obedience but without noting the importance of the heart's intention.
1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.