Contradictions and Paradoxes in Hebrews 7:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Hebrews 7:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Hebrews 7:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Hebrews, this verse teaches that on earth, people who will one day die collect gifts or offerings, but in heaven, Jesus, who lives forever, is the one who truly receives them.

Hebrews 7:8: And here men that die receive tithes; but there he [receiveth them], of whom it is witnessed that he liveth.

Contradiction with Numbers 18:21

This verse states that the Levites receive tithes, contradicting Hebrews 7:8 which suggests that tithes are received by a greater, eternal priesthood.

Numbers 18:21: And, behold, I have given the children of Levi all the tenth in Israel for an inheritance, for their service which they serve, [even] the service of the tabernacle of the congregation.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 14:22-23

These verses emphasize the law of tithing under the Mosaic law system, contrasting with the emphasis in Hebrews 7:8 on a new order of priesthood beyond the Le

Deuteronomy 14:22-23: Thou shalt truly tithe all the increase of thy seed, that the field bringeth forth year by year.

Paradox #1

The verse in Hebrews 7:8 contrasts mortal men who receive tithes with someone who is testified to be living. The potential theological conflict arises when trying to reconcile this with the belief that only God is eternal. The interpretation of who "he" refers to and how they live can cause confusion or differing opinions about the nature of eternity and divinity.

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