Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Numbers 31:22 pertains to the survival of specific metals in purification, while Matthew 5:44 promotes love and kindness, highlighting a contrast between the treatment of objects and the treatment of people.
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 2:4
Numbers 31:22 concerns materials withstanding purification, whereas Isaiah 2:4 speaks of transforming weapons into peaceful tools, contrasting notions of warfare and purification.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
The focus on enduring materials in Numbers 31:22 differs from Romans 12:19, which advises against vengeance, showcasing contrasting views on retribution and endurance.
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.