Contradiction with Numbers 20:21
Contradicts because Edom refused passage, which conflicts with Israel's request in Numbers 20:14.
Numbers 20:21: Thus Edom refused to give Israel passage through his border: wherefore Israel turned away from him.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 2:4-5
Contradicts by implying God commanded Israel not to contend with Edom, contrasting with the request for passage.
Deuteronomy 2:4-5: And command thou the people, saying, Ye [are] to pass through the coast of your brethren the children of Esau, which dwell in Seir; and they shall be afraid of you: take ye good heed unto yourselves therefore:
Contradiction with Judges 11:17
Contradicts by indicating that a request to Edom was denied, similar to the previous account, yet it led to conflict.
Judges 11:17: Then Israel sent messengers unto the king of Edom, saying, Let me, I pray thee, pass through thy land: but the king of Edom would not hearken [thereto]. And in like manner they sent unto the king of Moab: but he would not [consent]: and Israel abode in Kadesh.
Contradiction with Obadiah 1:10
Contradicts by highlighting Edom's hostility towards Israel, inconsistent with amicable passage requests.
Obadiah 1:10: For [thy] violence against thy brother Jacob shame shall cover thee, and thou shalt be cut off for ever.
Contradiction with Amos 1:11
Contradicts by depicting Edom's perpetual anger towards Israel, opposite of the implied cooperation request.
Amos 1:11: Thus saith the LORD; For three transgressions of Edom, and for four, I will not turn away [the punishment] thereof; because he did pursue his brother with the sword, and did cast off all pity, and his anger did tear perpetually, and he kept his wrath for ever: [did cast...: Heb. corrupted his compassions]