Contradictions and Paradoxes in Numbers 34:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Numbers 34:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Numbers 34:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, this verse tells us about a special man named Caleb who was chosen from the tribe of Judah. Caleb was important because he was going to help decide how to share the land among the people.

Numbers 34:19: And the names of the men [are] these: Of the tribe of Judah, Caleb the son of Jephunneh.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:11

Emphasizes servant leadership, which may contrast the idea of hierarchical appointment seen in Numbers 34:19.

Matthew 23:11: But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

Focuses on God's choice based on the heart, potentially contrasting human-appointed leaders mentioned in Numbers 34:19.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Mark 10:43-44

Suggests greatness through service rather than appointed titles, contrasting with the leadership roles specified in Numbers 34:19.

Mark 10:43-44: But so shall it not be among you: but whosoever will be great among you, shall be your minister:

Contradiction with Acts 10:34

Highlights that God shows no favoritism, which could challenge the exclusive appointing of certain leaders as in Numbers 34:19.

Acts 10:34: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:26-29

Suggests God often chooses the lowly, not the distinguished, contrasting the appointed leaders list in Numbers 34:19.

1 Corinthians 1:26-29: For ye see your calling, brethren, how that not many wise men after the flesh, not many mighty, not many noble, [are called]:
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