Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Numbers 18:22 refers to the Old Covenant prohibitions, while Matthew 5:17 asserts Jesus did not come to abolish the law, implying continuity rather than a restriction specific to Levites.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Numbers 18:22 limits approaching the Tabernacle to specific people, but Galatians 3:28 speaks of unity and equality without distinctions.
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 Hebrews 10:19-20
Numbers 18:22 restricts entrance to the Tabernacle for Israelites, but Hebrews 10:19-20 speaks of believers having boldness to enter the holiest through Jesus.
Hebrews 10:19-20: Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, [boldness: or, liberty]
Contradiction with John 4:21
Numbers 18:22 restricts where people can worship, whereas John 4:21 indicates a shift beyond specific holy places.
John 4:21: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
Numbers 18:22 delineates a specific priestly role, but 1 Peter 2:9 describes all believers as a royal priesthood, suggesting broader access to God's presence.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [peculiar: or, purchased] [praises: or, virtues]
Paradox #1
Numbers 18:22 might be seen as having a potential inconsistency with the idea that all people have equal access to God. This verse implies a restriction or limitation on who can approach certain sacred duties, which could conflict with the New Testament idea of the priesthood of all believers, where everyone has equal access to God through faith.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction or conflict could lie in the idea of exclusivity and hierarchy. The verse suggests that only a specific group of people can perform certain religious duties, which might conflict with modern views on equality and inclusivity. Some might see this as outdated, as it limits participation and privileges one group over others based on ancestry or status.