Contradiction with Numbers 3:10
Appoint Aaron and his sons as priests, whereas Exodus 28:1 establishes Aaron’s sons as hereditary priests, appearing consistent rather than contradictory.
Numbers 3:10: And thou shalt appoint Aaron and his sons, and they shall wait on their priest's office: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.
Contradiction with Hebrews 7:12
Indicates a change in the priesthood and law, differing from the fixed establishment of Aaronic priesthood in Exodus 28:1.
Hebrews 7:12: For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.
Contradiction with Hebrews 7:28
States the law appoints priests in weaknesses, but the word of the oath appoints a Son, contrasting the Levitical priesthood.
Hebrews 7:28: For the law maketh men high priests which have infirmity; but the word of the oath, which was since the law, [maketh] the Son, who is consecrated for evermore. [consecrated: Gr. perfected]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:5
Describes believers as a spiritual priesthood, contrasting the exclusive priesthood of Aaron’s lineage specified in Exodus 28:1.
1 Peter 2:5: Ye also, as lively stones, are built up a spiritual house, an holy priesthood, to offer up spiritual sacrifices, acceptable to God by Jesus Christ. [are: or, be ye]
Contradiction with Revelation 5:10
Believers will be a kingdom of priests, differing from the specific appointment of Aaron and his sons.
Revelation 5:10: And hast made us unto our God kings and priests: and we shall reign on the earth.
Paradox #1
In Exodus 28:1, God commands the appointment of Aaron and his sons as priests. A potential doctrinal issue might arise when considering the New Testament, specifically in Hebrews, where it's suggested that Jesus is the ultimate high priest, which could create a tension between these priesthood roles. However, doctrinal teachings often reconcile this by explaining that Jesus's priesthood fulfills and transcends the old system, rather than outright contradicting it.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict could be seen in the idea of special privileges or roles being assigned to specific people (in this case, priests), which might conflict with modern ideas of equality. Some may find it inconsistent with the idea that all people are equal before God.