Contradictions and Paradoxes in Psalms 106:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Psalms 106:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Psalms 106:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the person who wrote this part of the Bible, some people were jealous of Moses and Aaron, who were leaders chosen by God. They wanted to have what Moses and Aaron had, even though they were special helpers of God.

Psalms 106:16: They envied Moses also in the camp, [and] Aaron the saint of the LORD.

Contradiction with Numbers 12:3

Discusses Moses being very meek, contrasting the rebellion and jealousy mentioned in Psalms 106:16.

Numbers 12:3: (Now the man Moses [was] very meek, above all the men which [were] upon the face of the earth.)

Contradiction with Numbers 16:1-3

Describes the rebellion of Korah, which aligns with Psalms 106:16 rather than contradicting it.

Numbers 16:1-3: Now Korah, the son of Izhar, the son of Kohath, the son of Levi, and Dathan and Abiram, the sons of Eliab, and On, the son of Peleth, sons of Reuben, took [men]:

Contradiction with Psalms 18:27

Talks about God saving the humble, in contrast to the jealousy against Moses mentioned in Psalms 106:16.

Psalms 18:27: For thou wilt save the afflicted people; but wilt bring down high looks.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:34

States God gives grace to the humble, which contradicts the actions of those in Psalms 106:16 who were envious of Moses.

Proverbs 3:34: Surely he scorneth the scorners: but he giveth grace unto the lowly.

Contradiction with James 4:6

Emphasizes that God resists the proud, in contradiction to the proud and envious behavior described in Psalms 106:16.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

Paradox #1

This verse describes an incident of jealousy against Moses and Aaron. The possible contradiction or conflict could be how leaders face unjust envy or opposition despite fulfilling their roles faithfully. It raises questions about the fairness of such challenges and the human tendency towards envy, even within a community of faith.

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