Contradiction with Exodus 29:7
Exodus 29:7 instructs to anoint Aaron and his sons, which involves applying oil, seemingly contradicting the exclusivity of sacred anointing referenced in Exodus 30:32.
Exodus 29:7: Then shalt thou take the anointing oil, and pour [it] upon his head, and anoint him.
Contradiction with Exodus 40:9-10
These verses describe anointing the tabernacle and all within to consecrate them, contradicting the limitation of anointing presented in Exodus 30:32.
Exodus 40:9-10: And thou shalt take the anointing oil, and anoint the tabernacle, and all that [is] therein, and shalt hallow it, and all the vessels thereof: and it shall be holy.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 10:1
Samuel anoints Saul with oil to make him king, seemingly opposing the restriction on anointing with sacred oil found in Exodus 30:32.
1 Samuel 10:1: Then Samuel took a vial of oil, and poured [it] upon his head, and kissed him, and said, [Is it] not because the LORD hath anointed thee [to be] captain over his inheritance?
Contradiction with Leviticus 8:12
Moses anoints Aaron's head to sanctify him, contrasting the restriction of sacred oil usage stated in Exodus 30:32.
Leviticus 8:12: And he poured of the anointing oil upon Aaron's head, and anointed him, to sanctify him.
Contradiction with Numbers 3:3
The verse speaks of anointing priests, contrasting the specific warning against anointing mentioned in Exodus 30:32.
Numbers 3:3: These [are] the names of the sons of Aaron, the priests which were anointed, whom he consecrated to minister in the priest's office. [whom...: Heb. whose hand he filled]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict with Exodus 30:32 could be the exclusivity of the anointing oil. This verse outlines that the special anointing oil is only to be used for sacred purposes and cannot be used by ordinary people, which might seem to conflict with the idea of approaching God directly or using created things freely, as seen in other parts of the Bible.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or inconsistency might arise from how the verse's prohibition against using a sacred oil for common purposes could conflict with practical historical practices where items meant for religious purposes were sometimes used in everyday contexts due to necessity or cultural practices. This could lead to differences in interpretation or application over time.
Paradox #3
This verse could be seen as having a contradiction because it forbids using a special oil on regular people, which some might see as unfair or exclusionary. It might seem inconsistent with the idea of equality or loving all people the same. However, others could argue that it simply sets a boundary for a sacred purpose.