Contradiction with Exodus 19:21
Exodus 19:21 warns against approaching or gazing at the holy place, suggesting danger, while Numbers 4:19 gives specifics for safely accessing holy objects.
Exodus 19:21: And the LORD said unto Moses, Go down, charge the people, lest they break through unto the LORD to gaze, and many of them perish. [charge: Heb. contest]
Contradiction with Numbers 18:7
Numbers 18:7 restricts any unauthorized person from performing sacred duties, emphasizing exclusive priestly roles, whereas Numbers 4:19 details a method for Kohathites to handle holy objects.
Numbers 18:7: Therefore thou and thy sons with thee shall keep your priest's office for every thing of the altar, and within the vail; and ye shall serve: I have given your priest's office [unto you] as a service of gift: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 6:6-7
Uzzah is struck down for touching the Ark, highlighting the sanctity and risk of mishandling holy items, contrasting Numbers 4:19's instructions for safe handling by designated persons.
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 1 Chronicles 13:10
Similar to 2 Samuel 6:6-7, Uzzah's death for touching the Ark seems to challenge the idea of safely handling sacred items outlined in Numbers 4:19.
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.