Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 30:36

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 30:36 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 30:36. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God wanted the people to make a special, fine-smelling powder and place it in a special tent where they would meet Him, because it was very important and special. It's like making a nice area to talk to someone you love.

Exodus 30:36: And thou shalt beat [some] of it very small, and put of it before the testimony in the tabernacle of the congregation, where I will meet with thee: it shall be unto you most holy.

Contradiction with Exodus 25:40

This verse instructs adherence to the pattern shown to Moses on the mount, highlighting precise construction directives, whereas Exodus 30:36 focuses on using incense in a sacred manner without deviation from its sanctity, possibly offering a different aspect of divine instruction.

Exodus 25:40: And look that thou make [them] after their pattern, which was shewed thee in the mount. [which...: Heb. which thou wast caused to see]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:2

Warns against adding or taking away from God's commandments, while Exodus 30:36 involves a specific instruction on handling sacred incense, which could imply an additional rule.

Deuteronomy 4:2: Ye shall not add unto the word which I command you, neither shall ye diminish [ought] from it, that ye may keep the commandments of the LORD your God which I command you.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22

Emphasizes obedience over sacrifice, potentially contradicting the ritualistic aspect of incense offering in Exodus 30:36 if viewed as mere ritual without heartfelt obedience.

1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:13

Calls the incense an abomination when offered with iniquity, contradicting the holy purpose prescribed in Exodus 30:36 if not offered with a pure heart.

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]

Paradox #1

This verse might create a moral conflict because it involves making something sacred or special by using incense, which could be seen as ritualistic and possibly conflicting with the belief that spirituality doesn't require physical objects or rituals. This could be inconsistent for those who believe in a more personal or internal connection with the divine that doesn't need such practices.

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