Contradiction with 1 Kings 8:12
States that the Lord dwells in thick darkness, which contrasts with the fear and uncertainty depicted in Luke 9:34 as the disciples enter the cloud.
1 Kings 8:12: Then spake Solomon, The LORD said that he would dwell in the thick darkness.
Contradiction with Exodus 19:9
Describes a cloud as a means for God to communicate, contrasting with the fear experienced in Luke 9:34 instead of expecting divine communication.
Exodus 19:9: And the LORD said unto Moses, Lo, I come unto thee in a thick cloud, that the people may hear when I speak with thee, and believe thee for ever. And Moses told the words of the people unto the LORD.
Contradiction with Exodus 13:21
A cloud leads and protects, contradicting the fear experienced in Luke 9:34.
Exodus 13:21: And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way; and by night in a pillar of fire, to give them light; to go by day and night:
Contradiction with Matthew 17:5
Calls the cloud a manifestation of God's presence, which would imply reassurance rather than fear as in Luke 9:34.
Matthew 17:5: While he yet spake, behold, a bright cloud overshadowed them: and behold a voice out of the cloud, which said, This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased; hear ye him.
Contradiction with Genesis 9:13-14
A cloud with a rainbow as a covenant promise contrasts the fearful reaction in Luke 9:34 to the cloud.
Genesis 9:13-14: I do set my bow in the cloud, and it shall be for a token of a covenant between me and the earth.