Contradiction with Exodus 7:11
This verse describes Pharaoh's magicians replicating Aaron's miracle with their enchantments, which contradicts the idea in Numbers 17:5 of a miraculous sign that could not be disputed or replicated.
Exodus 7:11: Then Pharaoh also called the wise men and the sorcerers: now the magicians of Egypt, they also did in like manner with their enchantments.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 13:1-3
These verses warn against prophets or dreamers who show signs or wonders yet lead people away from God, contrasting with Numbers 17:5 where a sign establishes legitimacy and divine choice.
Deuteronomy 13:1-3: If there arise among you a prophet, or a dreamer of dreams, and giveth thee a sign or a wonder,
Contradiction with Matthew 24:24
Jesus warns of false Christs and false prophets showing great signs and wonders, contradicting the unequivocal divine authentication seen in Numbers 17:5.
Matthew 24:24: For there shall arise false Christs, and false prophets, and shall shew great signs and wonders; insomuch that, if [it were] possible, they shall deceive the very elect.
Contradiction with 2 Thessalonians 2:9
This verse speaks about the coming of the lawless one with false signs and wonders, which contrasts with the straightforward divine miracle in Numbers 17:5 to establish legitimacy.
2 Thessalonians 2:9: [Even him], whose coming is after the working of Satan with all power and signs and lying wonders,
Contradiction with Revelation 13:13-14
These verses mention the beast performing great signs to deceive, opposing the exclusive authentication purpose of the miracle in Numbers 17:5.
Revelation 13:13-14: And he doeth great wonders, so that he maketh fire come down from heaven on the earth in the sight of men,