Contradiction with Exodus 29:9
Exodus 29:9 describes an eternal priesthood for Aaron and his sons, contradicting the temporary and specific separation of Levites in Numbers 8:14.
Exodus 29:9: And thou shalt gird them with girdles, Aaron and his sons, and put the bonnets on them: and the priest's office shall be theirs for a perpetual statute: and thou shalt consecrate Aaron and his sons. [put: Heb. bind] [consecrate: Heb. fill the hand of]
Contradiction with Hebrews 7:11-12
Hebrews 7:11-12 discusses a change in the priesthood and law, contradicting the fixed role for Levites in Numbers 8:14.
Hebrews 7:11-12: If therefore perfection were by the Levitical priesthood, (for under it the people received the law,) what further need [was there] that another priest should rise after the order of Melchisedec, and not be called after the order of Aaron?
Contradiction with Numbers 3:12
Numbers 3:12 indicates that God took the Levites instead of the firstborn of Israel, suggesting a substitution rather than separation, thus differing from the concept in Numbers 8:14.
Numbers 3:12: And I, behold, I have taken the Levites from among the children of Israel instead of all the firstborn that openeth the matrix among the children of Israel: therefore the Levites shall be mine;
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:1-3
This passage illustrates the failure of priestly sons, contrasting with the dedicated and sanctified service of Levites as described in Numbers 8:14.
1 Samuel 8:1-3: And it came to pass, when Samuel was old, that he made his sons judges over Israel.
Paradox #1
One possible contradiction in this context could be the concept of setting apart a specific group of people (in this case, the Levites) for a particular religious duty. This might raise questions about fairness and equality, as it implies a distinction among people based on birth or lineage, rather than personal choice or merit. Some might see this as conflicting with modern values of equality and individual opportunity.