Contradiction with Numbers 8:16
Explain how this verse contradicts with Numbers 8:5.
Numbers 8:16: For they [are] wholly given unto me from among the children of Israel; instead of such as open every womb, [even instead of] the firstborn of all the children of Israel, have I taken them unto me.
Contradiction with Numbers 3:12
Explain how this verse contradicts with Numbers 8:5.
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 Exodus 13:2
Explain how this verse contradicts with Numbers 8:5.
Exodus 13:2: Sanctify unto me all the firstborn, whatsoever openeth the womb among the children of Israel, [both] of man and of beast: it [is] mine.
Contradiction with Numbers 18:6
Explain how this verse contradicts with Numbers 8:5.
Numbers 18:6: And I, behold, I have taken your brethren the Levites from among the children of Israel: to you [they are] given [as] a gift for the LORD, to do the service of the tabernacle of the congregation.