Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 13:9-10
These verses suggest a man named Uzza was struck down by God for touching the Ark, which aligns with the need for proper handling by the Levites as mentioned in 1 Chronicles 15:11, but it initially implies the absence of necessary guidelines for handling the Ark, contrasting the leadership provided by David in 15:11.
1 Chronicles 13:9-10: And when they came unto the threshingfloor of Chidon, Uzza put forth his hand to hold the ark; for the oxen stumbled. [Chidon: also called Nachon] [stumbled: or, shook it]
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 6:6-7
Similar to the above, these verses recount Uzza's death for touching the Ark, highlighting a fatal lack of instruction, whereas 1 Chronicles 15:11 emphasizes organized preparation and leadership.
2 Samuel 6:6-7: And when they came to Nachon's threshingfloor, Uzzah put forth [his hand] to the ark of God, and took hold of it; for the oxen shook [it]. [Nachon: also called Chidon] [shook it: or, stumbled]
Contradiction with Numbers 4:15
In this verse, there is an explicit command that only Kohathites should handle the holiest of holy items, which 1 Chronicles 15:11 complies with, contrasting earlier practices in handling the Ark.
Numbers 4:15: And when Aaron and his sons have made an end of covering the sanctuary, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, as the camp is to set forward; after that, the sons of Kohath shall come to bear [it]: but they shall not touch [any] holy thing, lest they die. These [things are] the burden of the sons of Kohath in the tabernacle of the congregation.