Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:7-8
Deuteronomy 31:7-8 describes God directly commanding Joshua's leadership succession, while Numbers 27:15 involves Moses asking God to appoint a successor, suggesting divine initiation versus human request.
Deuteronomy 31:7-8: And Moses called unto Joshua, and said unto him in the sight of all Israel, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou must go with this people unto the land which the LORD hath sworn unto their fathers to give them; and thou shalt cause them to inherit it.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 13:13-14
Here, God rejects Saul as king due to his disobedience, contradicted by Moses seeking divine appointment in Numbers 27:15, stressing divine appointment might not guarantee continued obedience or approval.
1 Samuel 13:13-14: And Samuel said to Saul, Thou hast done foolishly: thou hast not kept the commandment of the LORD thy God, which he commanded thee: for now would the LORD have established thy kingdom upon Israel for ever.
Contradiction with Hosea 13:11
God expresses regret over appointing a king in Hosea, indicating divine choice is not always ideal, differing from the proactive seeking of God’s choice for leadership in Numbers 27:15.
Hosea 13:11: I gave thee a king in mine anger, and took [him] away in my wrath.