Contradiction with 1 Kings 6:1
Exodus 37:12 describes crafting of an object for the Tabernacle, while 1 Kings 6:1 describes the timeline for the construction of Solomon’s Temple, creating a contradiction in the continuity of worship places.
1 Kings 6:1: And it came to pass in the four hundred and eightieth year after the children of Israel were come out of the land of Egypt, in the fourth year of Solomon's reign over Israel, in the month Zif, which [is] the second month, that he began to build the house of the LORD. [began...: Heb. built]
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 22:8
Exodus 37:12 involves instructions for building sacred artifacts, which contrasts with the fact that David was forbidden by God to build the temple because of being a warrior who shed blood.
1 Chronicles 22:8: But the word of the LORD came to me, saying, Thou hast shed blood abundantly, and hast made great wars: thou shalt not build an house unto my name, because thou hast shed much blood upon the earth in my sight.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 27:5
Exodus 37:12 discusses specific design work for the Tabernacle, whereas Deuteronomy 27:5 prohibits using iron tools on stone altars, contradicting the notion of intricate craftsmanship.
Deuteronomy 27:5: And there shalt thou build an altar unto the LORD thy God, an altar of stones: thou shalt not lift up [any] iron [tool] upon them.
Contradiction with Acts 7:48
Exodus 37:12 involves constructing parts of the Tabernacle, while Acts 7:48 states that God does not dwell in temples made with hands, creating a theological contradiction.
Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
Contradiction with Matthew 12:6
Exodus 37:12 focuses on constructing a holy artifact, while Matthew 12:6 emphasizes Jesus's superiority as “greater than the temple,” thus showing a shift in sacred importance.
Matthew 12:6: But I say unto you, That in this place is [one] greater than the temple.