Contradiction with Proverbs 16:7
While Numbers 25:10 commends Phinehas for his zealous act, Proverbs 16:7 suggests that pleasing the Lord brings peace with others, not violence.
Proverbs 16:7: When a man's ways please the LORD, he maketh even his enemies to be at peace with him.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Numbers 25:10 praises zeal that includes violence, whereas Matthew 5:9 blesses peacemakers.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Numbers 25:10 honors Phinehas for taking vengeance, but Romans 12:19 advises against personal vengeance, leaving it to God.
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 James 1:20
Numbers 25:10 sees divine approval in wrathful action, yet James 1:20 implies that human anger does not lead to righteousness.
James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Numbers 25:10 seems to endorse violence against sinners, but Matthew 5:44 calls for love towards enemies.
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 Isaiah 1:17
Numbers 25:10 supports a violent act, while Isaiah 1:17 advocates for justice and defending the oppressed peacefully.
Isaiah 1:17: Learn to do well; seek judgment, relieve the oppressed, judge the fatherless, plead for the widow. [relieve: or, righten]
Contradiction with Luke 6:35
Numbers 25:10 validates vengeance for sin, but Luke 6:35 promotes love and mercy toward sinners.
Luke 6:35: But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.