Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 9:7
This verse suggests that God loves a cheerful giver, which might imply that giving should not be just from a stirred heart or willingness, but also with joy, potentially contradicting the notion of giving from duty or compulsion.
2 Corinthians 9:7: Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, [so let him give]; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:3-4
This passage suggests that giving should be done in secret, contrasting with the public and communal nature of offerings in Exodus 35:21.
Matthew 6:3-4: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 15:10
Suggests giving should be done without begrudging heart, implying that any stirring of heart must be free of reservations, which can be seen as a nuance not necessarily evident in Exodus 35:21.
Deuteronomy 15:10: Thou shalt surely give him, and thine heart shall not be grieved when thou givest unto him: because that for this thing the LORD thy God shall bless thee in all thy works, and in all that thou puttest thine hand unto.
Contradiction with Proverbs 19:17
Indicates generosity to the poor as lending to the Lord, presenting a more targeted form of giving compared to the general call for offerings in Exodus 35:21.
Proverbs 19:17: He that hath pity upon the poor lendeth unto the LORD; and that which he hath given will he pay him again. [that which...: or, his deed]
Contradiction with Acts 5:1-4
Ananias and Sapphira's story shows that contribution without full honesty contradicts the wholehearted willing spirit encouraged in Exodus 35:21.
Acts 5:1-4: But a certain man named Ananias, with Sapphira his wife, sold a possession,
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
Emphasizes obedience over sacrifice, potentially contradicting the idea that offerings stem merely from the willingness or stirring of spirit as seen in Exodus 35:21.
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.
Paradox #1
Exodus 35:21 emphasizes voluntary contributions motivated by a willing heart. A potential contradiction might arise when considering religious teachings that stress compulsory obedience or mandated giving. This could conflict with the idea of giving freely out of personal desire.