Contradiction with Ezekiel 43:10
Describes how the temple plan reflects shame of iniquities, contradicting the detailed measurement in Ezekiel 42:15 as a precise, divine design.
Ezekiel 43:10: Thou son of man, shew the house to the house of Israel, that they may be ashamed of their iniquities: and let them measure the pattern. [pattern: or, sum, or, number]
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 7:16
States God has chosen and sanctified the temple, which contrasts with Ezekiel 42:15 as this verse involves measuring a yet-to-be consecrated complex.
2 Chronicles 7:16: For now have I chosen and sanctified this house, that my name may be there for ever: and mine eyes and mine heart shall be there perpetually.
Contradiction with Acts 7:48
Declares that the Most High does not dwell in temples made with hands, contrasting with the detailed temple plans and measurements in Ezekiel 42:15.
Acts 7:48: Howbeit the most High dwelleth not in temples made with hands; as saith the prophet,
Contradiction with John 4:21
Jesus indicates worship transcends specific locations, opposing the emphasis on physical structure and measurement in Ezekiel 42:15.
John 4:21: Jesus saith unto her, Woman, believe me, the hour cometh, when ye shall neither in this mountain, nor yet at Jerusalem, worship the Father.
Contradiction with Amos 5:21
God expresses disinterest in ceremonies and buildings, which can contradict the meticulous temple dimensions noted in Ezekiel 42:15.
Amos 5:21: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]