Contradiction with Exodus 25:40
This verse emphasizes how Moses was to follow the exact pattern shown to him on the mount, while Hebrews 9:2 describes the functional setup of the sanctuary without referring to the exact heavenly pattern.
Exodus 25:40: And look that thou make [them] after their pattern, which was shewed thee in the mount. [which...: Heb. which thou wast caused to see]
Contradiction with 1 Kings 6:5-6
These verses describe additional chambers built around the temple, contradicting the simplicity and specific furniture listed in Hebrews 9:2.
1 Kings 6:5-6: And against the wall of the house he built chambers round about, [against] the walls of the house round about, [both] of the temple and of the oracle: and he made chambers round about: [against the wall: or, upon, or, joining to the wall] [built chambers: Heb. built floors] [made chambers: Heb. made ribs]
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 4:7-8
This passage outlines the making of multiple lampstands and tables, which contrasts with the singularity of these items described in Hebrews 9:2.
2 Chronicles 4:7-8: And he made ten candlesticks of gold according to their form, and set [them] in the temple, five on the right hand, and five on the left.
Paradox #1
Hebrews 9:2 mentions the setup of the tabernacle, including the lampstand, table, and consecrated bread. Some scholars might point out a historical inconsistency by noting that the detailed descriptions of the tabernacle in the Bible may not exactly match archaeological evidence or other historical records of the period. However, this is often a subject of scholarly debate rather than clear contradiction.