Contradiction with Psalm 103:8
Psalm 103:8 states that the Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, while Numbers 14:27 shows God expressing anger towards the congregation's complaints.
Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
2 Peter 3:9 emphasizes God's patience and desire that none perish, whereas Numbers 14:27 shows God being ready to punish the Israelites for their rebellion.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:18
Isaiah 1:18 encourages reasoning together and forgiveness of sins, contrasting with Numbers 14:27 which demonstrates God's immediate judgment against complaining.
Isaiah 1:18: Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool.
Paradox #1
The moral conflict in that verse relates to divine punishment and justice. It might seem inconsistent for a compassionate and forgiving deity to punish a group of people harshly for complaining, which can lead to questions about fairness and mercy.