Contradiction with Numbers 1:50
This verse assigns the responsibility of carrying the tabernacle and its vessels to the Levites, whereas 2 Chronicles 5:4 involves the elders and heads of tribes, which may imply a broader inclusion beyond the Levites.
Numbers 1:50: But thou shalt appoint the Levites over the tabernacle of testimony, and over all the vessels thereof, and over all things that [belong] to it: they shall bear the tabernacle, and all the vessels thereof; and they shall minister unto it, and shall encamp round about the tabernacle.
Contradiction with Numbers 4:15
Only specific Levite clans are tasked with carrying the sacred objects once Aaron and his sons have covered them, but 2 Chronicles 5:4 suggests leaders from all tribes were involved.
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.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:9
Moses writes the law and gives it to the priests and all elders, suggesting distinct roles, while 2 Chronicles 5:4 speaks to collective action by bringing the ark.
Deuteronomy 31:9: And Moses wrote this law, and delivered it unto the priests the sons of Levi, which bare the ark of the covenant of the LORD, and unto all the elders of Israel.
Contradiction with Joshua 3:3
The officers command the people to follow the Ark of the Covenant carried by the Levites, contrasting with the leadership roles specified in 2 Chronicles 5:4.
Joshua 3:3: And they commanded the people, saying, When ye see the ark of the covenant of the LORD your God, and the priests the Levites bearing it, then ye shall remove from your place, and go after it.
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 15:2
Declares that no one but the Levites may carry the ark, which is in contrast to 2 Chronicles 5:4 where the elders and tribal leaders are involved in its movement.
1 Chronicles 15:2: Then David said, None ought to carry the ark of God but the Levites: for them hath the LORD chosen to carry the ark of God, and to minister unto him for ever. [None...: Heb. It is not to carry the ark of God, but for the Levites]