Contradiction with Isaiah 1:13
This verse condemns offering incense, suggesting it is detestable to God, whereas Exodus 30:34 describes making incense as part of a sacred ritual.
Isaiah 1:13: Bring no more vain oblations; incense is an abomination unto me; the new moons and sabbaths, the calling of assemblies, I cannot away with; [it is] iniquity, even the solemn meeting. [iniquity: or, grief]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:20
Here, God questions the value of incense from Sheba, indicating its offerings are not pleasing, contradicting the sacred use of incense in Exodus 30:34.
Jeremiah 6:20: To what purpose cometh there to me incense from Sheba, and the sweet cane from a far country? your burnt offerings [are] not acceptable, nor your sacrifices sweet unto me.
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-22
God rejects the scents of solemn assemblies and offerings, including incense, which contradicts the prescription of incense use in Exodus 30:34.
Amos 5:21-22: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Contradiction with Matthew 15:9
Jesus speaks against worship based on human traditions, which could extend to rituals like incense burning, contrary to the ordained practice in Exodus 30:34.
Matthew 15:9: But in vain they do worship me, teaching [for] doctrines the commandments of men.