Contradiction with Exodus 40:19
Numbers 4:5 describes the coverings of the tabernacle being placed when it sets out, while Exodus 40:19 describes these being put in place during the tabernacle setup, suggesting different timing for the coverings.
Exodus 40:19: And he spread abroad the tent over the tabernacle, and put the covering of the tent above upon it; as the LORD commanded Moses.
Contradiction with Hebrews 9:4
Numbers 4:5 involves the covering of the ark with a veil, whereas Hebrews 9:4 speaks of the ark as being in the Most Holy Place with its own unique elements, highlighting a difference in the described handling of sacred objects.
Hebrews 9:4: Which had the golden censer, and the ark of the covenant overlaid round about with gold, wherein [was] the golden pot that had manna, and Aaron's rod that budded, and the tables of the covenant;
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 6:6-7
Numbers 4:5 involves Kohathites handling holy items with care, contradicting the incident where Uzzah touches the ark and is struck down, indicating different outcomes regarding the handling of sacred objects.
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 Kings 8:9
Numbers 4:5 implies the covering of the ark as part of transport preparation, whereas in 1 Kings 8:9 during Solomon’s time, the focus is on what is inside the ark, without mention of covering in transit.
1 Kings 8:9: [There was] nothing in the ark save the two tables of stone, which Moses put there at Horeb, when the LORD made [a covenant] with the children of Israel, when they came out of the land of Egypt. [when the: or, where the]