Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 28:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 28:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 28:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christian teachings, God is telling Moses to talk to people who are very smart and good at making things. They will make special clothes for Aaron, so he can do important jobs for God.

Exodus 28:3: And thou shalt speak unto all [that are] wise hearted, whom I have filled with the spirit of wisdom, that they may make Aaron's garments to consecrate him, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office.

Contradiction with Exodus 35:31

This verse attributes the wisdom and skill in craftsmanship to the Spirit of God, rather than human intention or effort suggested in Exodus 28:3.

Exodus 35:31: And he hath filled him with the spirit of God, in wisdom, in understanding, and in knowledge, and in all manner of workmanship;

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:19-20

These verses emphasize that God will destroy the wisdom of the wise, which contrasts with the idea that human wisdom and understanding are essential for making holy garments.

1 Corinthians 1:19-20: For it is written, I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, and will bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23-24

This verse emphasizes boasting in understanding and knowing God rather than in human wisdom and skill, which contradicts the focus on human craftsmen in Exodus 28:3.

Jeremiah 9:23-24: 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 James 1:5

This verse suggests that wisdom is given by God to those who ask, rather than being an inherent skill as implied in Exodus 28:3.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:4-5

The emphasis here is on the power of God rather than human wisdom and skill, questioning the reliance on human craftsmanship in Exodus 28:3.

1 Corinthians 2:4-5: And my speech and my preaching [was] not with enticing words of man's wisdom, but in demonstration of the Spirit and of power: [enticing: or, persuasible]

Contradiction with Isaiah 44:25

This verse points to God’s power in making the so-called wisdom of skilled people void, contradicting the exaltation of craftsmen's skill in Exodus 28:3.

Isaiah 44:25: That frustrateth the tokens of the liars, and maketh diviners mad; that turneth wise [men] backward, and maketh their knowledge foolish;
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