Contradiction with 1 Samuel 16:7
While Exodus 19:10 emphasizes outward cleanliness, this verse highlights God’s focus on the heart rather than outward appearance.
1 Samuel 16:7: But the LORD said unto Samuel, Look not on his countenance, or on the height of his stature; because I have refused him: for [the LORD seeth] not as man seeth; for man looketh on the outward appearance, but the LORD looketh on the heart. [outward...: Heb. eyes]
Contradiction with Matthew 15:11
Contradicts the idea of physical washing by stating that it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, implying purity is a matter of the heart.
Matthew 15:11: Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.
Contradiction with Luke 11:39-40
Challenges outward cleanliness rituals by critiquing the Pharisees for focusing on outward appearances while neglecting inner purity.
Luke 11:39-40: And the Lord said unto him, Now do ye Pharisees make clean the outside of the cup and the platter; but your inward part is full of ravening and wickedness.
Contradiction with Mark 7:18-23
Emphasizes that nothing outside a person can defile them, contrasting with the focus on washing and external purification in Exodus 19:10.
Mark 7:18-23: Because it entereth not into his heart, but into the belly, and goeth out into the draught, purging all meats?
Contradiction with Romans 14:17
Contradicts the emphasis on physical washing by claiming the Kingdom of God is not about external practices, but about righteousness and peace.
Romans 14:17: For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Paradox #1
Exodus 19:10 talks about instructions for the people to prepare themselves by washing their clothes before meeting God. A possible doctrinal conflict could arise with teachings that emphasize that spiritual purity and preparation should come from within, rather than external cleanliness. This might contrast with teachings found in other parts of the Bible that focus on the importance of inner purity and faith over ritualistic or outward actions.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Exodus 19:10 could be seen in how it demands the Israelites to purify themselves and be clean before approaching God, which suggests a condition for divine interaction. This might conflict with the idea that God is unconditionally loving and accessible to all people, regardless of their external or physical state. This could be inconsistent with the belief that God's love and presence are not contingent on physical or ritual cleanliness.