Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
This verse states that the soul that sins shall die and that a son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, whereas Numbers 21:7 reflects a collective punishment and forgiveness for the sin of the people.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with James 1:13
This verse explains that God does not tempt anyone, but in Numbers 21:7, the people imply they have sinned because they were led to temptation.
James 1:13: Let no man say when he is tempted, I am tempted of God: for God cannot be tempted with evil, neither tempteth he any man: [evil: or, evils]
Contradiction with Galatians 6:5
This verse suggests that each person will bear their own load, contradicting the communal repentance and forgiveness highlighted in Numbers 21:7.
Galatians 6:5: For every man shall bear his own burden.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 24:16
This verse establishes that individuals are responsible for their own sin, contrasting the group repentance and forgiveness from God in Numbers 21:7.
Deuteronomy 24:16: The fathers shall not be put to death for the children, neither shall the children be put to death for the fathers: every man shall be put to death for his own sin.