Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 33:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 33:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 33:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the people moved from the desert where God gave them His special rules and went to a place called Kibrothhattaavah, which means "graves of wanting too much." This name shows that the people learned a lesson about being greedy and wanting more than they needed.

Numbers 33:16: And they removed from the desert of Sinai, and pitched at Kibrothhattaavah. [Kibrothhattaavah: that is, the graves of lust]

Contradiction with John 8:44

This verse attributes falsehoods to a deceitful nature, while Numbers 33:16 is straightforward narrative without deceit.

John 8:44: Ye are of [your] father the devil, and the lusts of your father ye will do. He was a murderer from the beginning, and abode not in the truth, because there is no truth in him. When he speaketh a lie, he speaketh of his own: for he is a liar, and the father of it. [of his own: or, from his own will or disposition]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

Prohibits killing, while Numbers 33:16 involves the Israelites' journey and their conquest of territories.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Advocates turning the other cheek, contrasting the conquering approach implied during the travels in Numbers 33.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Isaiah 11:6

Describes peace and harmony, conflicting with the notion of movement towards territorial acquisition in Numbers 33.

Isaiah 11:6: The wolf also shall dwell with the lamb, and the leopard shall lie down with the kid; and the calf and the young lion and the fatling together; and a little child shall lead them.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Advises against seeking vengeance, whereas the Israelites' journey entailed conflict and dominance.

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.
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