Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 38:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 38:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 38:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, the person who wrote this book, this verse tells us about making parts of a special tent where people came to worship God. It explains how different pieces, like the door and the altar, were made using shiny bronze metal.

Exodus 38:30: And therewith he made the sockets to the door of the tabernacle of the congregation, and the brasen altar, and the brasen grate for it, and all the vessels of the altar,

Contradiction with Exodus 31:1-5

These verses describe Bezalel as being specially filled with the Spirit of God to do all kinds of work in gold, silver, and brass, which could imply he alone was responsible, not the collective effort hinted in Exodus 38:30.

Exodus 31:1-5: And the LORD spake unto Moses, saying,

Contradiction with 1 Kings 6:7

This verse mentions that the stones used to build the temple were prepared at the quarry so no tools were heard, suggesting a different approach and level of craftsmanship compared to the work in Exodus 38:30.

1 Kings 6:7: And the house, when it was in building, was built of stone made ready before it was brought thither: so that there was neither hammer nor axe [nor] any tool of iron heard in the house, while it was in building.

Contradiction with Exodus 25:2-9

These verses describe a free-will offering of materials from individuals for the tabernacle, whereas Exodus 38:30 could suggest a more systematic or communal provision.

Exodus 25:2-9: 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 Numbers 4:5-15

This passage outlines very specific assignments for the transportation and handling of the tabernacle and its furnishings, contrasting the more general description of construction in Exodus 38:30.

Numbers 4:5-15: And when the camp setteth forward, Aaron shall come, and his sons, and they shall take down the covering vail, and cover the ark of testimony with it:
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