Contradiction with Exodus 23:20
This verse says God sends an angel to guard and bring people to a prepared place, unlike Numbers 22:33 where the angel is obstructing Balaam's path.
Exodus 23:20: Behold, I send an Angel before thee, to keep thee in the way, and to bring thee into the place which I have prepared.
Contradiction with Psalm 91:11
Here, angels are given charge to protect, which differs from the angel opposing Balaam as a threat.
Psalm 91:11: For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
Contradiction with Matthew 4:6
Angels are depicted as protectors who prevent harm, contrasting with the threatening stance of the angel in Balaam's account.
Matthew 4:6: And saith unto him, If thou be the Son of God, cast thyself down: for it is written, He shall give his angels charge concerning thee: and in [their] hands they shall bear thee up, lest at any time thou dash thy foot against a stone.
Contradiction with Hebrews 1:14
Describes angels as ministering spirits sent to help the heirs of salvation, differing from the angel obstructing and ready to kill Balaam.
Hebrews 1:14: Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?
Paradox #1
Animals speaking human language is not supported by scientific evidence. Generally, animals do not possess the vocal structures and cognitive capabilities needed to communicate using human language.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or inconsistency in this verse could be the notion of punishing an innocent animal to communicate a message to a human. This raises questions about justice and whether the animal should suffer for human actions or decisions.