Contradiction with Isaiah 11:6
This verse suggests a peaceful coexistence among creatures, contradicting the idea of a lion with warlike imagery as in Numbers 23:24.
Isaiah 11:6: The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
This verse blesses peacemakers, which contradicts the depiction of power and conquest in Numbers 23:24.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
This verse encourages love for enemies, contradicting the aggressive nature described in Numbers 23:24.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:32
This verse values self-control over dominance and conquering, which conflicts with the theme of conquering in Numbers 23:24.
Proverbs 16:32: [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Contradiction with Matthew 26:52
This verse advises against the use of the sword, which contradicts the imagery of devouring enemies as suggested in Numbers 23:24.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
This verse calls for living peacefully with all, contrary to the aggressive stance in Numbers 23:24.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with James 3:17
This verse speaks of wisdom being peaceable and gentle, which contradicts the aggressive and domineering attitude depicted in Numbers 23:24.
James 3:17: But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, [and] easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy. [partiality: or, wrangling]
Contradiction with Micah 4:3
This verse foretells a time of peace when nations will not learn war anymore, contradicting the warlike imagery of rising like a lion found in Numbers 23:24.
Micah 4:3: And he shall judge among many people, and rebuke strong nations afar off; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Encourages love for enemies and prayer for persecutors, which directly contradicts the imagery of confrontation with enemies found in Numbers 23:24.
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 14:19
Advises pursuing things that make for peace and edification, which contrasts the battle-ready image painted in Numbers 23:24.
Romans 14:19: Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.