Contradiction with Leviticus 24:22
States that there shall be one manner of law for both the stranger and the native-born, which aligns with Exodus 12:49 rather than contradicts.
Leviticus 24:22: Ye shall have one manner of law, as well for the stranger, as for one of your own country: for I [am] the LORD your God.
Contradiction with Numbers 15:15-16
Also aligns with Exodus 12:49 by reiterating a single ordinance for both the congregation and strangers.
Numbers 15:15-16: One ordinance [shall be both] for you of the congregation, and also for the stranger that sojourneth [with you], an ordinance for ever in your generations: as ye [are], so shall the stranger be before the LORD.
Contradiction with Galatians 3:28
Suggests there is no distinction between Jew and Greek in Christ, differing from legal distinctions in the Old Testament.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Romans 10:12
States there is no difference between Jew and Greek, contradicting the differentiation implied in applying certain Jewish laws.
Romans 10:12: For there is no difference between the Jew and the Greek: for the same Lord over all is rich unto all that call upon him.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 14:21
Allows Israelites to sell unclean food to foreigners, indicating different rules for them compared to Israelites.
Deuteronomy 14:21: Ye shall not eat [of] any thing that dieth of itself: thou shalt give it unto the stranger that [is] in thy gates, that he may eat it; or thou mayest sell it unto an alien: for thou [art] an holy people unto the LORD thy God. Thou shalt not seethe a kid in his mother's milk.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Jesus states He came to fulfill the law, which could imply changes to adherence that may contrast the Old Testament injunctions.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Paradox #1
Exodus 12:49 talks about having the same law for both Israelites and foreigners living among them. A possible contradiction might arise when comparing this idea to other parts of the Bible where there are distinct laws or practices for Israelites and foreigners. This inconsistency can lead to questions about how rules apply equally or differently to various groups at different times.
Paradox #2
Exodus 12:49 talks about having the same law for everyone, whether they are native-born or foreigners living among the Israelites. A potential contradiction could be seen when comparing this to other parts of the Bible where different regulations or restrictions apply to non-Israelites, such as dietary laws or religious practices that were specific to Israelites. This might create confusion about whether there should be one unified law for all or different rules for different groups.
Paradox #3
The verse refers to a law applying equally to Israelites and foreigners living among them. A potential contradiction could arise from other parts of the Bible where different treatments or expectations for Israelites and foreigners are described, creating inconsistency in how inclusivity and legal standards are applied across various texts.
Paradox #4
Exodus 12:49 might seem to suggest a contradiction because it implies that both native-born Israelites and foreigners living among them should be treated by the same laws. On one hand, there’s an idea of equality and fairness, but on the other hand, many other parts of the Old Testament describe different roles and treatment for Israelites and foreigners, such as certain rights and religious practices. This could seem inconsistent with the idea that one law applies equally to all people living within the community.