Contradiction with 2 Samuel 6:6-7
Uzzah was struck down for improperly handling holy items, suggesting strictness in handling sacred duties rather than delegation.
2 Samuel 6:6-7: And when they came to Nachon's threshingfloor, Uzzah put forth [his hand] to the ark of God, and took hold of it; for the oxen shook [it]. [Nachon: also called Chidon] [shook it: or, stumbled]
Contradiction with Numbers 4:15
Only the sons of Kohath were allowed to carry holy items, contradicting the idea of appointing various treasurers as in Nehemiah 12:44.
Numbers 4:15: And when Aaron and his sons have made an end of covering the sanctuary, and all the vessels of the sanctuary, as the camp is to set forward; after that, the sons of Kohath shall come to bear [it]: but they shall not touch [any] holy thing, lest they die. These [things are] the burden of the sons of Kohath in the tabernacle of the congregation.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 26:16-21
King Uzziah was punished for taking on a priestly role, contrasting with the division of duties among non-priestly personnel.
2 Chronicles 26:16-21: But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to [his] destruction: for he transgressed against the LORD his God, and went into the temple of the LORD to burn incense upon the altar of incense.
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 13:10
Just as in 2 Samuel 6:6-7, mishandling sacred duties resulted in punishment, suggesting a divine restriction, not delegation.
1 Chronicles 13:10: And the anger of the LORD was kindled against Uzza, and he smote him, because he put his hand to the ark: and there he died before God.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 29:34
There weren’t enough priests to skin the burnt offerings, contradicting with assigned laypersons to help as in Nehemiah 12:44.
2 Chronicles 29:34: But the priests were too few, so that they could not flay all the burnt offerings: wherefore their brethren the Levites did help them, till the work was ended, and until the [other] priests had sanctified themselves: for the Levites [were] more upright in heart to sanctify themselves than the priests. [did help...: Heb. strengthened them]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 10:8-9
The Levites alone were chosen to manage the ark and temple duties, contrasting with others assisting the functionaries as in Nehemiah 12:44.
Deuteronomy 10:8-9: At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day.
Contradiction with Leviticus 10:1-2
Nadab and Abihu were killed for offering unauthorized fire, indicating stricter control over sacred services.
Leviticus 10:1-2: And Nadab and Abihu, the sons of Aaron, took either of them his censer, and put fire therein, and put incense thereon, and offered strange fire before the LORD, which he commanded them not.
Contradiction with 1 Chronicles 15:2
Only Levites were allowed to carry the ark, suggesting exclusivity over involvement in holy duties.
1 Chronicles 15:2: Then David said, None ought to carry the ark of God but the Levites: for them hath the LORD chosen to carry the ark of God, and to minister unto him for ever. [None...: Heb. It is not to carry the ark of God, but for the Levites]
Contradiction with Numbers 1:51
Only Levites could dismantle and carry the Tabernacle, contrasting with the broader delegation of Nehemiah 12:44.
Numbers 1:51: And when the tabernacle setteth forward, the Levites shall take it down: and when the tabernacle is to be pitched, the Levites shall set it up: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.