Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse commands to love your enemies and bless those who curse you, contrasting the punishment of leprosy given to Miriam in Numbers 12:10.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with James 5:14-15
This passage emphasizes healing and forgiveness for the sick, which contrasts with the punitive affliction of leprosy on Miriam.
James 5:14-15: Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
This verse instructs to do good to those who hate you, opposing the idea of afflicting someone with leprosy as in Numbers 12:10.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:12
This verse indicates that God disciplines out of love, whereas striking Miriam with leprosy appears as severe punishment.
Proverbs 3:12: For whom the LORD loveth he correcteth; even as a father the son [in whom] he delighteth.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:23
Shows that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, contrasting with the immediate affliction in Numbers 12:10.
Ezekiel 18:23: Have I any pleasure at all that the wicked should die? saith the Lord GOD: [and] not that he should return from his ways, and live?
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Numbers 12:10 can be seen as the harsh punishment of leprosy given to Miriam, while Aaron, who also spoke against Moses, was not afflicted similarly. This raises questions about fairness and equal treatment in divine punishment.