Contradiction with Romans 12:4
Numbers 4:29 discusses specific tasks for the sons of Merari, while Romans 12:4 discusses a diverse set of functions within one body, stressing a more fluid distribution of roles.
Romans 12:4: For as we have many members in one body, and all members have not the same office:
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Numbers 4:29 delineates specific duties and roles by lineage, while Galatians 3:28 emphasizes the equality of all in Christ, regardless of lineage.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 12:14
Numbers 4:29 assigns specific duties to a particular group, whereas 1 Corinthians 12:14 highlights the need for a variety of members in one body.
1 Corinthians 12:14: For the body is not one member, but many.
Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35
Numbers 4:29 prescribes roles based on tribal lineage; Acts 10:34-35 highlights the acceptance of all people by God, irrespective of tribe or lineage.
Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
Contradiction with Colossians 3:11
Numbers 4:29 focuses on hereditary roles; Colossians 3:11 emphasizes unity and equality, downplaying distinctions based on heritage.
Colossians 3:11: Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond [nor] free: but Christ [is] all, and in all.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:11
Numbers 4:29 involves hereditary tasks; Ephesians 4:11 speaks of diverse gifts and roles given by Christ for building up the church, not tied to heritage.
Ephesians 4:11: And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:12
Numbers 4:29 focuses on roles for older members of specific lineages, whereas 1 Timothy 4:12 encourages even the young to take leadership roles.
1 Timothy 4:12: Let no man despise thy youth; but be thou an example of the believers, in word, in conversation, in charity, in spirit, in faith, in purity.
Contradiction with Matthew 28:19
Numbers 4:29 specifies duties within the Israelite community; Matthew 28:19 calls for discipleship extended to all nations, transcending tribal roles.
Matthew 28:19: Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: [teach...: or, make disciples, or, Christians of all nations]