Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Numbers 35:9 discusses cities of refuge for those who commit accidental manslaughter, implying a form of justice rather than mercy, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for enemies, emphasizing forgiveness over retribution.
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
Numbers 35:9 implies an establishment of human justice for accidental killings, whereas Romans 12:19 advises believers to not seek personal vengeance 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 21:12
Numbers 35:9 provides refuge for accidental manslayers, while Exodus 21:12 mandates death for anyone who strikes a person and kills them, highlighting a contradictory approach to murder and manslaughter.
Exodus 21:12: He that smiteth a man, so that he die, shall be surely put to death.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 32:35
Numbers 35:9 entails a system for dealing with manslayers, while Deuteronomy 32:35 emphasizes leaving justice to God's timing and not human systems.
Deuteronomy 32:35: To me [belongeth] vengeance, and recompence; their foot shall slide in [due] time: for the day of their calamity [is] at hand, and the things that shall come upon them make haste.