Contradiction with Deuteronomy 27:5-6
These verses instruct the use of unhewn stones for an altar, differing from the detailed construction in Exodus 27 involving specific ornamental elements.
Deuteronomy 27:5-6: And there shalt thou build an altar unto the LORD thy God, an altar of stones: thou shalt not lift up [any] iron [tool] upon them.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:24-25
Here, God's instruction highlights building altars of earth or uncut stones, contrasting with the detailed design involving networked brass in Exodus 27:4.
Exodus 20:24-25: An altar of earth thou shalt make unto me, and shalt sacrifice thereon thy burnt offerings, and thy peace offerings, thy sheep, and thine oxen: in all places where I record my name I will come unto thee, and I will bless thee.
Contradiction with Acts 17:24
This verse implies that God does not dwell in temples made with hands, presenting a spiritual focus that contrasts with the physical construction directions in Exodus 27.
Acts 17:24: God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands;