Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 32:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 32:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 32:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the people promised to help their friends by being ready to fight and protect them until they settled in their new home, while making sure the children would stay safe in protected cities. This meant they cared about both keeping promises and taking care of their families.

Numbers 32:17: But we ourselves will go ready armed before the children of Israel, until we have brought them unto their place: and our little ones shall dwell in the fenced cities because of the inhabitants of the land.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts the idea of armed readiness by instructing to love enemies and pray for persecutors.

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 Romans 12:19

Contradicts taking up arms by urging believers not to avenge themselves but leave room for God's wrath.

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.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

Relates to contradiction by highlighting that the Lord shall fight for you, emphasizing reliance on divine intervention rather than personal readiness for battle.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Contradicts seeking vengeance and urges waiting for the Lord to save, implying trust in divine justice over human military preparedness.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
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