Contradiction with Exodus 19:6
It states that all Israelites are priests, not just the Levites.
Exodus 19:6: And ye shall be unto me a kingdom of priests, and an holy nation. These [are] the words which thou shalt speak unto the children of Israel.
Contradiction with Hebrews 7:12
Suggests a change in the priesthood, which challenges the exclusive Levitical service.
Hebrews 7:12: For the priesthood being changed, there is made of necessity a change also of the law.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
Indicates that all believers are a royal priesthood, not just the Levites.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [peculiar: or, purchased] [praises: or, virtues]
Contradiction with Numbers 8:24-26
Describes different duties and retirement age limits for Levites, which contrasts with the seemingly unlimited service mentioned in Numbers 3:7.
Numbers 8:24-26: This [is it] that [belongeth] unto the Levites: from twenty and five years old and upward they shall go in to wait upon the service of the tabernacle of the congregation: [to...: Heb. to war the warfare of, etc]
Contradiction with Acts 6:4
Focuses on the apostles’ devotion to prayer and ministry of the word rather than temple service, differing from the duties in Numbers 3:7.
Acts 6:4: But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.
Contradiction with Luke 10:27
Summarizes the law as loving God and neighbor, which offers a broader interpretation of service than the specific Levitical duties.
Luke 10:27: And he answering said, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbour as thyself.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Emphasizes equality in Christ, diminishing the need for exclusive roles based on lineage as outlined in Numbers 3:7.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.