Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Numbers 14:10 shows God's anger and intent to punish, while Isaiah 41:10 reassures with God's presence and help, not punishment.
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.
Contradiction with James 4:6
Numbers 14:10 involves a situation where pride leads to rebellion and punishment, whereas James 4:6 emphasizes God giving grace to the humble, suggesting a different approach to pride.
James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Numbers 14:10 reflects hostility from the congregation, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and pray for persecutors, promoting a contrasting attitude.
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 Psalm 23:4
Numbers 14:10 depicts fear and potential harm from rebellion, but Psalm 23:4 reassures of safety and comfort even in dark times due to God's guidance.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with 1 John 4:18
Numbers 14:10 is about fear of God's punishment, while 1 John 4:18 speaks of perfect love casting out fear, focusing on love rather than punitive fear.
1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Paradox #1
The possible contradiction or conflict in that verse could be the idea of people wanting to harm or kill those who are trying to guide them towards faith or deliver a divine message. This can contradict the moral teaching of valuing and respecting messengers or leaders who have good intentions. There is also a tension between the people's reaction and the idea of divine protection or intervention.