Contradictions and Paradoxes in 1 Chronicles 6:47

Check out Contradictions Catalog of 1 Chronicles 6:47 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts 1 Chronicles 6:47. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of 1 Chronicles, this verse is part of a family list that shows how one big family, called the Levites, came from a man named Levi. The Levites were important because they had special jobs in helping people worship and learn about God.

1 Chronicles 6:47: The son of Mahli, the son of Mushi, the son of Merari, the son of Levi.

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 6:16

While 1 Chronicles 6:47 lists genealogies, 2 Samuel 6:16 describes an emotional encounter, contrasting genealogical records with personal narratives.

2 Samuel 6:16: And as the ark of the LORD came into the city of David, Michal Saul's daughter looked through a window, and saw king David leaping and dancing before the LORD; and she despised him in her heart.

Contradiction with Numbers 3:5-10

While 1 Chronicles 6:47 describes specific lineage, Numbers 3:5-10 provides duties for all Levites, which can add or change context to genealogical listings by showing broader tribal responsibilities.

Numbers 3:5-10: And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

Contradiction with Exodus 32:26-29

In contrast to a genealogical record in 1 Chronicles 6:47, Exodus 32:26-29 presents a calling to action for the Levites leading to consequences that do not align strictly with genealogical recording.

Exodus 32:26-29: Then Moses stood in the gate of the camp, and said, Who [is] on the LORD'S side? [let him come] unto me. And all the sons of Levi gathered themselves together unto him.

Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 9:1

Although part of the same book, it highlights differing circumstances with focus on all Israel being reckoned by genealogies and their captivity, expanding the context of genealogies beyond tribal lineage.

1 Chronicles 9:1: So all Israel were reckoned by genealogies; and, behold, they [were] written in the book of the kings of Israel and Judah, [who] were carried away to Babylon for their transgression.
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