Contradiction with Leviticus 17:14
This verse reinforces the prohibition against consuming blood, mirroring rather than contradicting Genesis 9:4.
Leviticus 17:14: For [it is] the life of all flesh; the blood of it [is] for the life thereof: therefore I said unto the children of Israel, Ye shall eat the blood of no manner of flesh: for the life of all flesh [is] the blood thereof: whosoever eateth it shall be cut off.
Contradiction with Acts 15:20
This verse supports the directive to abstain from blood, aligning with the command in Genesis 9:4 rather than contradicting it.
Acts 15:20: But that we write unto them, that they abstain from pollutions of idols, and [from] fornication, and [from] things strangled, and [from] blood.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:23
This verse emphasizes the command not to consume blood, thus agreeing with Genesis 9:4 instead of contradicting it.
Deuteronomy 12:23: Only be sure that thou eat not the blood: for the blood [is] the life; and thou mayest not eat the life with the flesh. [be...: Heb. be strong]
Contradiction with Romans 14:14
This verse speaks about not seeing unclean foods as impure through Christ, which might contradict the strictness of Genesis 9:4 under specific interpretations.
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]
Paradox #1
Genesis 9:4, which talks about not eating meat with lifeblood still in it, might seem to conflict with later biblical passages that focus on dietary laws, particularly those in the New Testament. For example, some passages in the New Testament suggest that dietary laws are no longer binding for Christians. This could be seen as inconsistent with the earlier commandment, indicating a shift in divine instructions or theological emphasis over time.
Paradox #2
Genesis 9:4 may seem to contradict later passages in the Bible that discuss dietary laws, such as those found in Leviticus and Deuteronomy, where the dietary restrictions are more detailed and specific. There could be an inconsistency in how strict or relaxed the guidelines on what can be eaten are at different points in biblical texts.
Paradox #3
Genesis 9:4 talks about not consuming blood. A potential contradiction could be with dietary practices in various ancient cultures that regularly consumed blood or engaged in blood rituals. Such practices would clash with the biblical instruction, showing differing cultural norms.
Paradox #4
Genesis 9:4 contains a prohibition against consuming blood. A potential contradiction arises when this is compared with later biblical texts where blood is used in rituals and sacrifices, which are depicted as being necessary or beneficial. This difference could appear inconsistent, as one context forbids consumption while another emphasizes its use in sacred practices.