Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 12:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 12:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 12:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, Miriam had to wait outside the camp for seven days because she did something wrong, and everyone else paused their travels until she could come back. This shows that God taught Miriam a lesson, but still loved her and let her return.

Numbers 12:15: And Miriam was shut out from the camp seven days: and the people journeyed not till Miriam was brought in [again].

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 14:14

This verse suggests acceptance and inevitability of death, whereas Numbers 12:15 emphasizes the restoration and reintegration of Miriam after her punishment, contradicting the theme of finality.

2 Samuel 14:14: For we must needs die, and [are] as water spilt on the ground, which cannot be gathered up again; neither doth God respect [any] person: yet doth he devise means, that his banished be not expelled from him. [neither...: or, because God hath not taken away his life, he hath also devised means, etc]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse promotes love and forgiveness, even for enemies, while Numbers 12:15 outlines a punishment and exclusion, which can seem harsh and unforgiving.

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 Ezekiel 18:32

This verse indicates that God takes no pleasure in the death of anyone, yet in Numbers 12:15, a punishment is exacted which implies a harsher disciplinary action.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with Luke 6:36

This verse calls for mercy, while Numbers 12:15 involves a period of separation due to a lack of mercy shown to Miriam.

Luke 6:36: Be ye therefore merciful, as your Father also is merciful.

Contradiction with John 3:17

This verse speaks about salvation and not condemnation, yet Numbers 12:15 involves condemnation for Miriam's actions.

John 3:17: For God sent not his Son into the world to condemn the world; but that the world through him might be saved.
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