Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 28:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 28:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 28:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God wants the priests to make a special chest piece called the breastplate of judgment. It should be beautifully crafted using gold and colorful threads, just like the special robe called the ephod.

Exodus 28:15: And thou shalt make the breastplate of judgment with cunning work; after the work of the ephod thou shalt make it; [of] gold, [of] blue, and [of] purple, and [of] scarlet, and [of] fine twined linen, shalt thou make it.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse emphasizes boasting only in understanding and knowing God, which contrasts with the ornate craftsmanship and glory associated with the breastplate described in Exodus 28:15.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

This verse focuses on God's emphasis on the inward heart rather than outward appearance, potentially contradicting the emphasis on elaborate priestly garments in Exodus 28:15.

1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]

Contradiction with Isaiah 66:1-2

These verses highlight God's ultimate concern for humility and contrite spirit over material adornment, opposing the material focus in Exodus 28:15.

Isaiah 66:1-2: Thus saith the LORD, The heaven [is] my throne, and the earth [is] my footstool: where [is] the house that ye build unto me? and where [is] the place of my rest?

Contradiction with Matthew 6:28-29

In these verses, Jesus points out the deceiving value of clothing and appearance, contrary to the detailed, precious garment making in Exodus 28:15.

Matthew 6:28-29: And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:3-4

These verses emphasize inner beauty over external decoration, which contradicts the exterior focus in the making of the breastplate described in Exodus 28:15.

1 Peter 3:3-4: Whose adorning let it not be that outward [adorning] of plaiting the hair, and of wearing of gold, or of putting on of apparel;
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