Contradictions and Paradoxes in Exodus 28:43

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Exodus 28:43 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Exodus 28:43. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God told Aaron and his sons to wear special clothes when they enter the holy tent or come near the altar so they wouldn't make mistakes and die, and this rule was to be followed by their family forever.

Exodus 28:43: And they shall be upon Aaron, and upon his sons, when they come in unto the tabernacle of the congregation, or when they come near unto the altar to minister in the holy [place]; that they bear not iniquity, and die: [it shall be] a statute for ever unto him and his seed after him.

Contradiction with Matthew 15:11

This verse indicates that it is not what someone wears or eats that defiles them, but what comes out of their mouth, which could contradict the emphasis on clothing in Exodus 28:43 for holiness.

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 Mark 7:18-19

These verses suggest that external things cannot defile a person, contrasting with the necessity of garments for holiness in Exodus 28:43.

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 Romans 14:14

States that nothing is unclean of itself, counter to the implication in Exodus 28:43 that wearing the wrong clothes could be sinful.

Romans 14:14: I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that [there is] nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteemeth any thing to be unclean, to him [it is] unclean. [unclean: Gr. common]

Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17

Indicates that the strict observance of rituals and external laws, like those in Exodus 28:43, are just a shadow and not the substance needed for holiness.

Colossians 2:16-17: 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 1 Timothy 4:4-5

Declares that every creature of God is good, and nothing is to be refused if received with thanksgiving, which can contrast with the garment requirements detailed in Exodus 28:43.

1 Timothy 4:4-5: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:

Paradox #1

The possible contradiction or inconsistency with Exodus 28:43 could be related to differing accounts of priestly garments and rituals described elsewhere in the Bible. Other parts of the Bible might describe different practices, roles, or clothing details for priests, which could lead to confusion about specific instructions or historical practices.

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