Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:21
This verse states that if the wicked turn from all their sins and keep God's statutes, they will live, which contrasts with the finality of the soul being cut off in Numbers 15:31.
Ezekiel 18:21: But if the wicked will turn from all his sins that he hath committed, and keep all my statutes, and do that which is lawful and right, he shall surely live, he shall not die.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
This verse promises forgiveness and cleansing from all unrighteousness if we confess our sins, contrary to the irreversible punishment in Numbers 15:31.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Luke 5:32
Jesus says He came to call sinners to repentance, implying the possibility of reconciliation and change, opposing the non-redeemable stance in Numbers 15:31.
Luke 5:32: I came not to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
Contradiction with Psalm 103:12
This verse suggests God removes transgressions as far as the east is from the west, indicating a separation of sin from the sinner, unlike the cutting off described in Numbers 15:31.
Psalm 103:12: As far as the east is from the west, [so] far hath he removed our transgressions from us.
Contradiction with Micah 7:18-19
God pardons iniquity and passes over transgression, contradicting the absolute judgment in Numbers 15:31.
Micah 7:18-19: Who [is] a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth [in] mercy.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or conflict with that verse could be related to the concept of forgiveness and the nature of God's mercy. Some might argue there is a tension between the strict punishment described there for intentional sins and the more forgiving messages found in other parts of the Bible, such as the teachings of Jesus about repentance and forgiveness. This could raise questions about how God's justice and mercy are balanced in different contexts.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse arises from the strict punishment prescribed for not obeying certain commandments, which conflicts with the broader theme of forgiveness and mercy found elsewhere in the Bible. This can be seen as inconsistent with the idea of a loving and forgiving God.