Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 11:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 11:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 11:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Numbers, the people were crying because they were unhappy and this made God very angry, and Moses, their leader, was also upset with them. The verse shows how complaining can upset both God and the person trying to help you.

Numbers 11:10: Then Moses heard the people weep throughout their families, every man in the door of his tent: and the anger of the LORD was kindled greatly; Moses also was displeased.

Contradiction with James 1:2

Numbers 11:10 describes Moses hearing the people weep, while James 1:2 encourages believers to "count it all joy" when facing trials, which contradicts the reaction of weeping over hardships.

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

Whereas Numbers 11:10 illustrates weeping and discontent among the people, Philippians 4:4 urges to "Rejoice in the Lord always," regardless of circumstances, contradicting the discontentment shown.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:18

Contrasting the complaint in Numbers 11:10, this verse instructs to "give thanks in all circumstances," contradicting Moses and the people's discontent.

1 Thessalonians 5:18: In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Contradiction with Psalm 100:1-2

While Numbers 11:10 depicts a scene of complaining, this verse instructs to "make a joyful noise unto the Lord...serve the Lord with gladness," diverging from the attitude shown by the people.

Psalm 100:1-2: [A Psalm of praise.] Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. [praise: or, thanksgiving] [all...: Heb. all the earth]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:12

Jesus tells followers to "rejoice, and be exceeding glad" even when persecuted, which contradicts the weeping and displeasure from the hardships expressed in Numbers 11:10.

Matthew 5:12: Rejoice, and be exceeding glad: for great [is] your reward in heaven: for so persecuted they the prophets which were before you.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:11

Paul speaks of being content in all states, which contradicts the dissatisfaction and weeping evident among the Israelites in Numbers 11:10.

Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.
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