Contradiction with Numbers 14:30
This verse mentions that none of the men who came out of Egypt, except Caleb and Joshua, would see the land promised to their ancestors, which aligns rather than contradicts with Numbers 32:12.
Numbers 14:30: Doubtless ye shall not come into the land, [concerning] which I sware to make you dwell therein, save Caleb the son of Jephunneh, and Joshua the son of Nun. [sware: Heb. lifted up my hand]
Contradiction with Numbers 14:24
This verse mentions Caleb had a different spirit and followed God fully, which is consistent with Numbers 32:12 rather than contradicting it because Numbers 32:12 acknowledges Caleb and Joshua's faithfulness.
Numbers 14:24: But my servant Caleb, because he had another spirit with him, and hath followed me fully, him will I bring into the land whereinto he went; and his seed shall possess it.
Contradiction with Numbers 14:38
Similar to Numbers 32:12, this verse recognizes Caleb and Joshua as exceptions who survived the desert, showing consistency instead of contradiction.
Numbers 14:38: But Joshua the son of Nun, and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, [which were] of the men that went to search the land, lived [still].
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 1:36
This verse supports Numbers 32:12 by stating Caleb will see the land and is rewarded for fully following God, thus it doesn’t contradict.
Deuteronomy 1:36: Save Caleb the son of Jephunneh; he shall see it, and to him will I give the land that he hath trodden upon, and to his children, because he hath wholly followed the LORD. [wholly...: Heb. fulfilled to go after]
Paradox #1
Numbers 32:12 highlights the faithfulness and dedication of Caleb and Joshua, contrasting with the unfaithfulness of others. The moral conflict might arise when considering why only these two individuals were rewarded for their faith, while others were punished, raising questions about fairness and collective responsibility.