Contradiction with Exodus 19:6
While Numbers 18:5 assigns a specific role to the Levites to bear the iniquity related to the sanctuary, Exodus 19:6 declares the entire nation of Israel as a "kingdom of priests," suggesting a broader priestly role for all the people rather than a specific tribe.
Exodus 19:6: And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These [are] the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel.
Contradiction with Hebrews 7:12
Numbers 18:5 emphasizes the role of the Levitical priesthood and their duties, but Hebrews 7:12 speaks of a change in the priesthood, moving away from the Levitical system, to a different order, signifying a departure from these Levitical duties.
Hebrews 7:12: For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
Numbers 18:5 describes the responsibilities of the Levitical priests, while 1 Peter 2:9 refers to all believers as a "royal priesthood," which implies that priestly duties are not restricted to a specific tribe or group within the faith.
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]
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:18
Numbers 18:5 relates to the Levitical priests bearing iniquity in connection to the sanctuary, but Hebrews 10:18 explains the cessation of offerings for sin, indicating a contradiction in the necessity of priestly intercession for sin.
Hebrews 10:18: Now where remission of these [is, there is] no more offering for sin.
Paradox #1
The potential moral conflict in this verse could be the idea of favoritism or special treatment towards a particular group (priests and Levites), which might seem unfair to others who do not receive the same privileges or responsibilities. This could conflict with the idea of equality or fairness among all people.