Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 29:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 29:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 29:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse tells us about a special gift that people in the Bible would give to God. They would bring animals like bulls, rams, and lambs to show their love and respect for Him.

Numbers 29:20: And on the third day eleven bullocks, two rams, fourteen lambs of the first year without blemish;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:3

Numbers 29:20 prescribes offerings to God, whereas Exodus 20:3 emphasizes worship of no other gods, but could be viewed as contradictory in the sense of focusing on ritual rather than exclusive devotion.

Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11

While Numbers 29:20 details offerings for a feast, Isaiah 1:11 conveys that God takes no pleasure in burnt offerings and sacrifices, suggesting a contradiction in the importance of such rituals.

Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]

Contradiction with Psalm 51:16

Numbers 29:20 details specific sacrifices, while Psalm 51:16 notes that God does not delight in sacrifice, questioning the necessity of the offerings described.

Psalm 51:16: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
← Numbers 29:19
Share
Numbers 29:21 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.