Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 12:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 12:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 12:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God told the people to use lamb's blood to mark their doorways so He would keep them safe. This was a way for God to know which houses to protect.

Exodus 12:7: And they shall take of the blood, and strike [it] on the two side posts and on the upper door post of the houses, wherein they shall eat it.

Contradiction with Leviticus 17:11

This verse emphasizes the sanctity of blood as a means of atonement and suggests it shouldn't be used merely as a physical sign, contradicting Exodus 12:7's instruction to use blood as a protective mark on doorposts.

Leviticus 17:11: For the life of the flesh [is] in the blood: and I have given it to you upon the altar to make an atonement for your souls: for it [is] the blood [that] maketh an atonement for the soul.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4

This verse states it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, potentially contradicting the idea in Exodus 12:7 that animal blood offers protection or deliverance.

Hebrews 10:4: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.

Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17

This passage implies God desires a contrite heart rather than sacrifice or offerings, which may contradict the emphasis on a physical act involving blood in Exodus 12:7.

Psalm 51:16-17: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
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