Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 21:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 21:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 21:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, this verse shows how sad it is for Moab because their god, Chemosh, couldn't protect them, and their people ended up as prisoners to another king. It reminds Christians that their God is strong and takes care of them.

Numbers 21:29: Woe to thee, Moab! thou art undone, O people of Chemosh: he hath given his sons that escaped, and his daughters, into captivity unto Sihon king of the Amorites.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 20:16-17

These verses command the complete destruction of certain nations, including the Amorites, whereas Numbers 21:29 laments the fall of Moab.

Deuteronomy 20:16-17: But of the cities of these people, which the LORD thy God doth give thee [for] an inheritance, thou shalt save alive nothing that breatheth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love your enemies, which contrasts with the mourning over Moab's defeat in Numbers 21:29.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Hosea 2:23

This speaks of God having mercy and restoring people, whereas in Numbers 21:29, there is no indication of mercy or restoration for Moab.

Hosea 2:23: And I will sow her unto me in the earth; and I will have mercy upon her that had not obtained mercy; and I will say to [them which were] not my people, Thou [art] my people; and they shall say, [Thou art] my God.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against seeking revenge, which contrasts with the theme of lament over conquest and destruction present in Numbers 21:29.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This says not to rejoice when your enemy falls, contrasting with the tone of lamenting the defeated Moab in Numbers 21:29.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
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