Contradiction with Numbers 18:21
This verse states that the Levites receive tithes from the children of Israel for their service, implying a direct source of provision, whereas Nehemiah 12:47 mentions contributions from all Israel, including them being portioned for singers and porters.
Numbers 18:21: And, behold, I have given the children of Levi all the tenth in Israel for an inheritance, for their service which they serve, [even] the service of the tabernacle of the congregation.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 14:28-29
This passage mentions the tithe collected every three years to support not only the Levites but also the foreigners, orphans, and widows, contrasting with Nehemiah 12:47, which focuses specifically on daily portions for Levites, porters, and singers.
Deuteronomy 14:28-29: At the end of three years thou shalt bring forth all the tithe of thine increase the same year, and shalt lay [it] up within thy gates:
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 8:15
This verse discusses a portion of goods being taken by a king, reflecting a centralized authority's collection and distribution, rather than the organized contributions mentioned in Nehemiah 12:47 for religious workers.
1 Samuel 8:15: And he will take the tenth of your seed, and of your vineyards, and give to his officers, and to his servants. [officers: Heb. eunuchs]
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 31:4-6
These verses describe a directive given by Hezekiah to support the priests and Levites from the people's contributions, which highlights a renewed obligation that contrasts with an ongoing practice of daily provision as seen in Nehemiah 12:47.
2 Chronicles 31:4-6: Moreover he commanded the people that dwelt in Jerusalem to give the portion of the priests and the Levites, that they might be encouraged in the law of the LORD.
Contradiction with Malachi 3:10
This passage commands bringing all tithes into the storehouse for blessings, focusing on a test of faith in offerings to God, which contrasts with the practical care of religious workers as a community responsibility in Nehemiah 12:47.
Malachi 3:10: Bring ye all the tithes into the storehouse, that there may be meat in mine house, and prove me now herewith, saith the LORD of hosts, if I will not open you the windows of heaven, and pour you out a blessing, that [there shall] not [be room] enough [to receive it]. [pour...: Heb. empty out]