Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 28:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 28:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 28:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God wanted special clothes made for Aaron to show he was serving God and to make him look splendid and important. These clothes were meant to help Aaron and the people understand how special and beautiful it is to serve God.

Exodus 28:2: And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother for glory and for beauty.

Contradiction with James 2:1

This verse speaks about showing no favoritism, while Exodus 28:2 implies a special distinction for priests through their holy garments.

James 2:1: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

Galatians suggests equality among all people, contradicting Exodus 28:2's implication of distinct roles and honor for certain individuals.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Matthew 23:5

In this verse, Jesus criticizes religious leaders for their showy displays, contrasting with Exodus 28:2 which commands garments for glory and beauty.

Matthew 23:5: But all their works they do for to be seen of men: they make broad their phylacteries, and enlarge the borders of their garments, [phylacteries: pieces of parchment containing sentences of the law]

Contradiction with Colossians 3:11

This verse speaks of no division or special honor among people, while Exodus 28:2 designates special garments for priests to convey glory.

Colossians 3:11: Where there is neither Greek nor Jew, circumcision nor uncircumcision, Barbarian, Scythian, bond [nor] free: but Christ [is] all, and in all.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7

God tells Samuel not to look at outward appearance, opposing the idea in Exodus 28:2 where garments signify glory and beauty.

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]
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