Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:8-9
Contradicts by implying the vanity in the details of ornamentation, suggesting it is futile.
Jeremiah 10:8-9: But they are altogether brutish and foolish: the stock [is] a doctrine of vanities. [altogether: Heb. in one, or, at once]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:19-21
Indicates value should not be placed on earthly treasures or ornate objects, contrasting with the detailed care in Numbers 4:9.
Matthew 6:19-21: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Isaiah 31:7
Speaks against the reliance on crafted items, which contrasts with the sacred attention to detailed items in Numbers 4:9.
Isaiah 31:7: For in that day every man shall cast away his idols of silver, and his idols of gold, which your own hands have made unto you [for] a sin. [his idols of gold: Heb. the idols of his gold]
Contradiction with Acts 17:24-25
God does not dwell in temples made with hands, contrasting the importance given to crafted items in Numbers 4:9.
Acts 17:24-25: God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth not in temples made with hands;
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:9
Suggests that forming graven images or idols is pointless, which contrasts with the ceremonial details in Numbers 4:9.
Isaiah 44:9: They that make a graven image [are] all of them vanity; and their delectable things shall not profit; and they [are] their own witnesses; they see not, nor know; that they may be ashamed. [delectable: Heb. desirable]
Contradiction with Colossians 2:20-23
Advises against adherence to earthly regulations and material concerns, which contrasts with the specific instructions in Numbers 4:9.
Colossians 2:20-23: Wherefore if ye be dead with Christ from the rudiments of the world, why, as though living in the world, are ye subject to ordinances, [rudiments: or, elements]