Contradiction with Genesis 1:27
Genesis 1:27 states that man is made in the image of God, which contradicts Numbers 13:33 where the Israelites see themselves as grasshoppers, feeling insignificant and inferior.
Genesis 1:27: So God created man in his [own] image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.
Contradiction with Psalm 8:5
Psalm 8:5 highlights that humans are made a little lower than the angels and crowned with glory and honor, contradicting the low self-image depicted in Numbers 13:33.
Psalm 8:5: For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:29-31
Isaiah 40:29-31 talks about God's power and how He strengthens the weak, contrasting the feeling of weakness expressed by the Israelites in Numbers 13:33.
Isaiah 40:29-31: He giveth power to the faint; and to [them that have] no might he increaseth strength.
Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7
2 Timothy 1:7 mentions God giving us a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, rather than fear, which contradicts the fear and helplessness in Numbers 13:33.
2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
Contradiction with Romans 8:37
Romans 8:37 states that we are more than conquerors through Him that loved us, which opposes the defeatist attitude shown in Numbers 13:33.
Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:9
Joshua 1:9 commands strength and courage, which is in direct contrast to the fear and insecurity reflected by the Israelites in Numbers 13:33.
Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
Philippians 4:13, which says "I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me," contradicts the perceived powerlessness in Numbers 13:33.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with Numbers 13:33 lies in the differing perspectives on human potential and faith. The verse describes the Israelites feeling like grasshoppers compared to the giants in the Promised Land, indicating a lack of faith in God's promise to give them the land. This could conflict with the broader biblical theme that with God's help, believers can overcome any obstacle. While it's human to fear, faith teachings often stress that trust in God should override such fears.
Paradox #2
The conflict is that the verse mentions the Nephilim, who were said to exist before the flood in Genesis. Some people wonder how they could still be present after the flood, which was supposed to destroy all life except for Noah and those on the ark.
Paradox #3
The verse mentions "giants," which some might see as inconsistent with current scientific understanding, as there is no historical or fossil evidence supporting the existence of giant humans as described.
Paradox #4
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in how it portrays the perception of self-worth. The people in the verse describe themselves as insignificant or small compared to others, which might not align with the broader moral teaching that everyone has value and worth. This can conflict with the idea of self-respect and faith in one's own abilities.