Contradiction with Mark 7:19
This verse suggests that dietary laws, such as those in Exodus 12:18, are no longer necessary because Jesus declared all foods clean.
Mark 7:19: And he said, That which cometh out of the man, that defileth the man.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
It advises against judging others based on food or festival observances, which could contradict the strict observance commanded in Exodus 12:18.
Colossians 2:16: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:9-10
Paul questions the adherence to old religious festivals and laws, which can be seen as a contradiction to the commandment in Exodus 12:18.
Galatians 4:9-10: But now, after that ye have known God, or rather are known of God, how turn ye again to the weak and beggarly elements, whereunto ye desire again to be in bondage? [turn ye again: or, turn ye back] [elements: or, rudiments]
Contradiction with Romans 14:5-6
Emphasizes that each person should be fully convinced in their own mind about observing certain days, which contrasts with the mandatory instruction in Exodus 12:18.
Romans 14:5-6: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:8
Indicates that food does not bring us closer to God, which opposes the idea of strict food regulations like those in Exodus 12:18.
1 Corinthians 8:8: But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse. [are we the better: or, have we the more] [are we the worse: or, have we the less]
Contradiction with Hebrews 9:10
Describes regulations such as dietary laws as being external and temporary, contrary to the perpetually significant observance implied in Exodus 12:18.
Hebrews 9:10: [Which stood] only in meats and drinks, and divers washings, and carnal ordinances, imposed [on them] until the time of reformation. [ordinances: or, rites, or, ceremonies]
Paradox #1
Exodus 12:18 mentions the specific timing for observing the Feast of Unleavened Bread. A possible theological conflict arises when comparing this with other biblical passages that provide different details concerning calendar dates or festival observances. Differences in how certain festivals are to be observed can lead to discussions about biblical consistency and interpretation.
Paradox #2
Exodus 12:18 mentions specific details about the timing of the Feast of Unleavened Bread. Some contradictions might arise when these details appear to differ from other parts of the Bible or historical records. For example, there could be inconsistencies in how long the feast lasts or when it starts, depending on interpretations or translations of other scriptures. Such differences can lead to debates about the historical accuracy or unified chronology of biblical events.