Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 7:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 7:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 7:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, it's very clear that another special priest, like Melchisedec, has come. This means there is a new, important leader for people to follow and learn from.

Hebrews 7:15: And it is yet far more evident: for that after the similitude of Melchisedec there ariseth another priest,

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 13:14

This verse states that the Lord has sought a man after his own heart and appointed him to be the ruler, implying the appointment of leaders from tribes other than Levi.

1 Samuel 13:14: But now thy kingdom shall not continue: the LORD hath sought him a man after his own heart, and the LORD hath commanded him [to be] captain over his people, because thou hast not kept [that] which the LORD commanded thee.

Contradiction with Numbers 18:7

This verse establishes the exclusive role of the Levites in priestly duties, which contrasts with the new order implied in Hebrews 7:15.

Numbers 18:7: Therefore thou and thy sons with thee shall keep your priest's office for every thing of the altar, and within the vail; and ye shall serve: I have given your priest's office [unto you] as a service of gift: and the stranger that cometh nigh shall be put to death.

Contradiction with Exodus 28:1

This verse specifies Aaron and his sons as chosen for priesthood, which could contradict the notion of a different priestly order presented in Hebrews 7:15.

Exodus 28:1: And take thou unto thee Aaron thy brother, and his sons with him, from among the children of Israel, that he may minister unto me in the priest's office, [even] Aaron, Nadab and Abihu, Eleazar and Ithamar, Aaron's sons.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 10:8

This verse states that the tribe of Levi was chosen by God to carry the Ark of the Covenant and to stand before the Lord to minister, emphasizing a Levitical priesthood.

Deuteronomy 10:8: At that time the LORD separated the tribe of Levi, to bear the ark of the covenant of the LORD, to stand before the LORD to minister unto him, and to bless in his name, unto this day.

Contradiction with Hebrews 5:1

This verse explains that every high priest is taken from among men and is appointed for men in things pertaining to God, which can be seen as pertaining to the traditional priestly lineage rather than a Melchizedek order.

Hebrews 5:1: For every high priest taken from among men is ordained for men in things [pertaining] to God, that he may offer both gifts and sacrifices for sins:
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