Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 24:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 24:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 24:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Exodus, God invited Moses, Aaron, Nadab, Abihu, and seventy elders to come closer to Him but told them to worship from a distance. This shows that God wanted special people to come near Him to show respect and worship Him.

Exodus 24:1: And he said unto Moses, Come up unto the LORD, thou, and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel; and worship ye afar off.

Contradiction with James 4:8

This verse encourages individuals to draw near to God directly, whereas Exodus 24:1 outlines a mediated approach through Moses and selected elders.

James 4:8: Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse [your] hands, [ye] sinners; and purify [your] hearts, [ye] double minded.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:5

This verse states that there is one mediator between God and humans, Jesus Christ, contrasting with the Old Testament approach of multiple intermediaries as seen in Exodus 24:1.

1 Timothy 2:5: For [there is] one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus;

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:19-22

These verses speak about believers having direct access to God through Jesus, which contrasts with the select group invited in Exodus 24:1.

Hebrews 10:19-22: Having therefore, brethren, boldness to enter into the holiest by the blood of Jesus, [boldness: or, liberty]

Contradiction with Matthew 27:51

The tearing of the temple veil represents direct access to God, conflicting with the restricted access in Exodus 24:1.

Matthew 27:51: And, behold, the veil of the temple was rent in twain from the top to the bottom; and the earth did quake, and the rocks rent;
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