Contradiction with Genesis 19:24
This verse illustrates the complete destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah, which contrasts with the idea of surviving descendants in Numbers 26:11.
Genesis 19:24: Then the LORD rained upon Sodom and upon Gomorrah brimstone and fire from the LORD out of heaven;
Contradiction with Joshua 7:24-25
These verses describe the total destruction of Achan and his family, which contrasts with the notion of surviving descendants in Numbers 26:11.
Joshua 7:24-25: And Joshua, and all Israel with him, took Achan the son of Zerah, and the silver, and the garment, and the wedge of gold, and his sons, and his daughters, and his oxen, and his asses, and his sheep, and his tent, and all that he had: and they brought them unto the valley of Achor.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:8-9
Saul spares King Agag and some livestock, which contradicts the notion of complete destruction and no survivors as sometimes implied by other contexts similar to Numbers 26:11.
1 Samuel 15:8-9: And he took Agag the king of the Amalekites alive, and utterly destroyed all the people with the edge of the sword.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction with Numbers 26:11 arises when comparing it to earlier mentions of Korah's family in the Bible. In some parts, it might seem like Korah and his followers were entirely wiped out due to their rebellion. However, this verse indicates that Korah's descendants survived, suggesting that the judgment was not absolute for his entire lineage. This can appear inconsistent with more comprehensive or absolute descriptions of punishment elsewhere.