Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
This verse contradicts Numbers 15:16 by highlighting that God accepts people from every nation who fear Him and do what is right, suggesting different standards for different peoples.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
This verse implies equality without distinction, which contrasts with the specific uniformity of laws in Numbers 15:16 for Israelites and foreigners.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:14-15
These verses indicate Christ abolished the law and made peace to create one new humanity, which contrasts with the continuation of the same law for all in Numbers 15:16.
Ephesians 2:14-15: For he is our peace, who hath made both one, and hath broken down the middle wall of partition [between us];
Contradiction with Romans 10:12
Stating there is no difference between Jew and Greek contrasts with the delineation of laws applying equally to both in Numbers 15:16.
Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.
Paradox #1
The statement in Numbers 15:16 focuses on having one law for both the Israelites and foreigners living among them. Some might see a contradiction in how this is practiced elsewhere in the Bible, where there are instances of different treatment or rules for foreigners. This raises questions about the consistency in applying laws equally.