Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Jesus states that he came not to destroy the law but to fulfill it, potentially conflicting with Hebrews 7:5's emphasis on strict adherence to Mosaic law.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:14
Paul writes about blotting out the handwriting of ordinances, which may oppose the ongoing practice of these rituals mentioned in Hebrews 7:5.
Colossians 2:14: Blotting out the handwriting of ordinances that was against us, which was contrary to us, and took it out of the way, nailing it to his cross;
Contradiction with Galatians 3:23-25
Describes the law (including tithing as seen in Hebrews 7:5) as a guide until Christ came, which suggests a diminished role post-Christ.
Galatians 3:23-25: But before faith came, we were kept under the law, shut up unto the faith which should afterwards be revealed.
Contradiction with Hebrews 8:13
Declares the old covenant, which includes tithing laws, as obsolete, possibly contradicting the continued practice in Hebrews 7:5.
Hebrews 8:13: In that he saith, A new [covenant], he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old [is] ready to vanish away.
Contradiction with Romans 10:4
States that Christ is the end of the law for righteousness, differing from the ongoing tithing expectation in Hebrews 7:5.
Romans 10:4: For Christ [is] the end of the law for righteousness to every one that believeth.
Paradox #1
Hebrews 7:5 discusses the collection of tithes by the descendants of Levi. A potential doctrinal conflict arises when comparing this with the New Testament message that Jesus fulfilled the law, suggesting that the old practices, including Levitical priesthood and tithing, may no longer be necessary for Christians. This could conflict with interpretations that see the Old Testament laws as still binding.
Paradox #2
Hebrews 7:5 talks about Levites collecting a tenth from their fellow Israelites. A possible historical conflict is that in ancient Israel, Levites themselves didn't own land, so collecting tithes was a practical necessity. However, over time, who should receive tithes and how they were distributed became more complex and varied among different Jewish groups, leading to inconsistencies in practice.