Contradiction with Genesis 9:11
This verse promises not to destroy all flesh by a flood, contrasting with the destruction of people in Numbers 14:32.
Genesis 9:11: And I will establish my covenant with you; neither shall all flesh be cut off any more by the waters of a flood; neither shall there any more be a flood to destroy the earth.
Contradiction with Exodus 34:6-7
These verses describe God as merciful and gracious, which contrasts with the judgment seen in Numbers 14:32.
Exodus 34:6-7: And the LORD passed by before him, and proclaimed, The LORD, The LORD God, merciful and gracious, longsuffering, and abundant in goodness and truth,
Contradiction with Psalm 86:5
Emphasizes God's readiness to forgive, which appears inconsistent with the punishment described in Numbers 14:32.
Psalm 86:5: For thou, Lord, [art] good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
God expresses no pleasure in the death of the wicked, contrasting with the decree of death in Numbers 14:32.
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 1 John 4:8
Describes God as love, which seems at odds with the outcome for the people in Numbers 14:32.
1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in that the people are punished harshly for their lack of faith and fear, which might seem unfair or inconsistent with the idea of a forgiving and merciful God. This severe punishment might conflict with the concepts of compassion and understanding in other parts of the Bible.