Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 18:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 18:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 18:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God chose Aaron and his sons to be special helpers, called priests, who took care of important tasks in the sacred tent. They were given this special job as a gift, and only they could do it, so anyone else who tried would be in big trouble.

Numbers 18:7: Therefore thou and thy sons with thee shall keep your priest's office for every thing of the altar, and within the vail; and ye shall serve: I have given your priest's office [unto you] as a service of gift: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.

Contradiction with Exodus 19:6

States that all Israelites shall be a kingdom of priests, which contradicts Numbers 18:7 where priesthood is assigned to Aaron and his descendants only.

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 1 Peter 2:9

Describes believers as a chosen generation and royal priesthood, suggesting a broader application of priesthood beyond just Aaron's lineage.

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 7:12

Indicates a change also of the law with a change in priesthood, implying flexibility, whereas Numbers 18:7 sets a fixed priesthood.

Hebrews 7:12: For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.

Contradiction with Revelation 1:6

Asserts that Jesus Christ has made us kings and priests unto God, contradicting the exclusive priestly duties given to Aaron and his sons.

Revelation 1:6: And hath made us kings and priests unto God and his Father; to him [be] glory and dominion for ever and ever. Amen.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Numbers 18:7 could arise from the idea of exclusive privilege and duty, where only certain people (priests) are allowed to perform sacred duties while others are not, which might seem unfair or inconsistent with the idea of equal opportunity or access to spiritual roles.

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