Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Numbers 32:42 speaks about building cities, while Matthew 5:9 speaks about making peace, which could be seen as contradicting the action of establishing new territories that could lead to conflict.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Numbers 32:42 involves expansion and potential conflict, while Romans 12:18 advises living peaceably with all men as much as possible, which may contradict a focus on conquest or expansion.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:32
Numbers 32:42 is about Gideon capturing and reconstructing territories, whereas Proverbs 16:32 values patience and self-control over conquering cities, highlighting a different set of priorities.
Proverbs 16:32: [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
Numbers 32:42 involves building and accumulating earthly holdings, whereas Matthew 6:19 advises against laying up treasures on earth, emphasizing a spiritual focus over material expansion.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Luke 6:29
Numbers 32:42 could imply a defense or aggressive stance in occupying territory, which contrasts with Luke 6:29, which encourages non-resistance and turning the other cheek in the face of aggression.
Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.