Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 11:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 11:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 11:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Numbers, Moses was feeling very sad and overwhelmed because taking care of all the people was too hard for him. He asked God to help him in a big way because he didn’t want to feel so upset anymore.

Numbers 11:15: And if thou deal thus with me, kill me, I pray thee, out of hand, if I have found favour in thy sight; and let me not see my wretchedness.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:30

Numbers 11:15 expresses Moses feeling overwhelmed and wanting relief, whereas Matthew 11:30 speaks of Jesus’ yoke being easy and His burden light, suggesting manageable burdens for those who follow Him.

Matthew 11:30: For my yoke [is] easy, and my burden is light.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

Numbers 11:15 shows Moses feeling incapable of bearing his burdens, in contrast, Philippians 4:13 expresses the belief that through Christ, one can do all things, implying sufficiency in strength.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13

Numbers 11:15 speaks to Moses' feeling of an unbearable burden, while 1 Corinthians 10:13 assures believers that God will not allow them to be tempted beyond what they can bear, implying that God provides a way to endure trials.

1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]

Contradiction with Psalm 55:22

Numbers 11:15 reflects a desire for death due to heavy burdens, whereas Psalm 55:22 encourages casting burdens on the Lord, promising divine support and sustenance.

Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Numbers 11:15 highlights Moses feeling abandoned to bear alone, while Isaiah 41:10 provides reassurance of God’s presence and strength, asserting there’s no need to fear or feel dismayed.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Paradox #1

This verse reflects Moses expressing a deep sense of burden and despair. The contradiction or conflict could be seen in the tension between Moses' role as a leader chosen by God and his overwhelming sense of inadequacy and distress. It raises questions about the expectations of leadership and human limitations. Moses feels unable to handle the responsibility, which might seem inconsistent with the idea that God equips those He calls.

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