Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:7
Deuteronomy 28:7 promises victory over enemies when Israelites are obedient, contradicting Numbers 14:45 where Israelites are defeated due to disobedience.
Deuteronomy 28:7: The LORD shall cause thine enemies that rise up against thee to be smitten before thy face: they shall come out against thee one way, and flee before thee seven ways.
Contradiction with Psalm 44:5
Psalm 44:5 shows trust in God for victory, contrasting with Numbers 14:45 where Israel is defeated due to acting without God's aid.
Psalm 44:5: Through thee will we push down our enemies: through thy name will we tread them under that rise up against us.
Contradiction with Joshua 1:5
Joshua 1:5 assures no man will stand against Israel with God’s support, unlike Numbers 14:45 where they are defeated without God’s presence.
Joshua 1:5: There shall not any man be able to stand before thee all the days of thy life: as I was with Moses, [so] I will be with thee: I will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Romans 8:37
Romans 8:37 declares believers are more than conquerors, differing from Numbers 14:45 where Israelites are overpowered.
Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 17:47
1 Samuel 17:47 emphasizes battles won by God’s will, opposing Numbers 14:45 where Israelites lose due to self-reliance.
1 Samuel 17:47: And all this assembly shall know that the LORD saveth not with sword and spear: for the battle [is] the LORD'S, and he will give you into our hands.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:30
Hebrews 10:30 speaks to God avenging, while Numbers 14:45 depicts the Israelites not waiting for God’s intervention and suffering defeat.
Hebrews 10:30: For we know him that hath said, Vengeance [belongeth] unto me, I will recompense, saith the Lord. And again, The Lord shall judge his people.
Paradox #1
The conflict in that passage might involve the historical accuracy of the groups mentioned in it, as some scholars suggest that the timelines of these groups do not match up with established historical records. This raises questions about their interactions and existence during the time the events were supposed to have taken place.