Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse, where Jesus advises to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, contradicts the request in Numbers 22:6 to curse the Israelites.
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 Romans 12:14
This verse instructs to bless and not curse persecutors, contrasting with the intent in Numbers 22:6 to have Balaam curse the Israelites.
Romans 12:14: Bless them which persecute you: bless, and curse not.
Contradiction with James 3:10
This verse highlights the inconsistency of blessing and cursing coming from the same mouth, contradicting Balaam's requested actions in Numbers 22:6.
James 3:10: Out of the same mouth proceedeth blessing and cursing. My brethren, these things ought not so to be.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
This verse encourages not repaying evil for evil or insult for insult but to bless, opposing the request for a curse in Numbers 22:6.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Luke 6:28
This verse instructs to bless those who curse you, conflicting with the desire for a curse seen in Numbers 22:6.
Luke 6:28: Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in this verse could be seen as the request for harm against others, which conflicts with the broader biblical teachings of love and treating others well. It may appear inconsistent with the general messages promoting kindness and compassion.