Contradiction with 1 Kings 6:2
Describes the dimensions of Solomon's temple, which differ from the tabernacle dimensions outlined in Exodus 26.
1 Kings 6:2: And the house which king Solomon built for the LORD, the length thereof [was] threescore cubits, and the breadth thereof twenty [cubits], and the height thereof thirty cubits.
Contradiction with Ezra 3:12
Highlights the emotional response to the foundations of the second temple, contrasting with the prescribed construction in Exodus 26:25.
Ezra 3:12: But many of the priests and Levites and chief of the fathers, [who were] ancient men, that had seen the first house, when the foundation of this house was laid before their eyes, wept with a loud voice; and many shouted aloud for joy:
Contradiction with Acts 7:48
States that the Most High dwells not in temples made with hands, which contrasts with the specific instructions for the tabernacle in Exodus.
Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 7:5-7
God expresses that He has not dwelt in a house since bringing Israel out of Egypt, contrary to the command in Exodus to build the tabernacle.
2 Samuel 7:5-7: Go and tell my servant David, Thus saith the LORD, Shalt thou build me an house for me to dwell in? [my servant...: Heb. to my servant, to David]
Contradiction with Matthew 12:6
Jesus mentions something greater than the temple, contrasting with the elaborate instructions for the tabernacle.
Matthew 12:6: But I say unto you, That in this place is [one] greater than the temple.