Contradiction with Matthew 15:17
This verse emphasizes that food does not defile a person, aligning with Colossians 2:22 which dismisses rules about perishable things, yet contrasts with the idea of following human commandments in dietary laws.
Matthew 15:17: Do not ye yet understand, that whatsoever entereth in at the mouth goeth into the belly, and is cast out into the draught?
Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
These verses indicate that all foods are clean, challenging the human ordinances about food referenced in Colossians 2:22.
Mark 7:18-19: Because it entereth not into his heart, but into the belly, and goeth out into the draught, purging all meats?
Contradiction with Acts 10:13-15
God declaring all foods clean in Peter's vision contradicts the human commandments about perishable foods that Colossians 2:22 mentions.
Acts 10:13-15: And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat.
Contradiction with Romans 14:20
Encourages not to destroy God's work for the sake of food, contradicting the focus on human commandments about consuming perishables in Colossians 2:22.
Romans 14:20: For meat destroy not the work of God. All things indeed [are] pure; but [it is] evil for that man who eateth with offence.
Paradox #1
Colossians 2:22 could be seen as inconsistent with the idea that Christians must strictly follow certain religious rules and rituals. This verse suggests that some rules are based on human teachings rather than divine commands, which might conflict with passages that emphasize following specific religious laws and traditions.
Paradox #2
Colossians 2:22 suggests that certain religious rules are human commands and teachings destined to perish, which might contradict the idea of following strict religious laws. This could create a conflict for those who believe all religious laws must be followed strictly without considering their temporary or human origin.