Contradiction with Genesis 46:11
This verse lists the sons of Levi, contrasting with the specific mention of Kohathites' dwelling in Numbers 3:29.
Genesis 46:11: And the sons of Levi; Gershon, Kohath, and Merari. [Gershon: or, Gershom]
Contradiction with Exodus 6:16-20
Provides a genealogy that includes Kohath, contrasting with the organizational specifics in Numbers 3:29.
Exodus 6:16-20: And these [are] the names of the sons of Levi according to their generations; Gershon, and Kohath, and Merari: and the years of the life of Levi [were] an hundred thirty and seven years.
Contradiction with Numbers 4:15
Describes the duties of the Kohathites in a broader context compared to their specific positional dwelling in Numbers 3:29.
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 Numbers 7:9
States that the Kohathites received no wagons due to their specific duties, contrasting with the spatial arrangement mentioned in Numbers 3:29.
Numbers 7:9: But unto the sons of Kohath he gave none: because the service of the sanctuary belonging unto them [was that] they should bear upon their shoulders.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 10:8-9
Discusses the separation of the Levites and their roles, which contrasts with the mention of their specific camp location as per Numbers 3:29.
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.