Contradiction with Exodus 25:2
Exodus 25:2 instructs the Israelites to bring an offering of every man that gives willingly with his heart, highlighting voluntary giving, whereas Exodus 36:5 mentions having more than enough and stopping the offerings, emphasizing abundance.
Exodus 25:2: Speak unto the children of Israel, that they bring me an offering: of every man that giveth it willingly with his heart ye shall take my offering. [bring me: Heb. take for me] [offering: or, heave offering]
Contradiction with Philippians 4:19
Philippians 4:19 assures God will supply all needs, focusing on divine provision, not human abundance, unlike Exodus 36:5, which describes having more than necessary through human contributions.
Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Luke 12:15
Luke 12:15 warns against covetousness and the abundance of possessions, differing from Exodus 36:5 where the abundance of offerings is seen positively.
Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
Matthew 6:19 advises against laying up earthly treasures, in contrast to Exodus 36:5, where the Israelites have too much material for the tabernacle.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:10
1 Timothy 6:10 warns of the love of money as the root of evil, contrasting with the abundance in Exodus 36:5, where contributions for the tabernacle are plentiful and positive.
1 Timothy 6:10: For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. [erred: or, been seduced]
Paradox #1
Exodus 36:5 describes a situation where people gave more than enough resources for a project. One might see a contradiction if comparing this to other biblical teachings on giving or sacrifice, where giving is often portrayed as a difficult or sacrificial act. However, in this scenario, the abundance could seem inconsistent with the idea of giving as a challenge or test of faith. Nonetheless, these contexts can complement rather than contradict each other, showing different aspects of giving.