Contradiction with Acts 10:15
This verse states that God has cleansed all animals, implying they are no longer unclean, which contradicts the dietary restrictions in Leviticus 11:21.
Acts 10:15: And the voice [spake] unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, [that] call not thou common.
Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
Jesus declares all foods clean, countering the dietary rules including those in Leviticus 11:21.
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
Paul asserts that no food is unclean in itself, opposing the specific dietary laws in Leviticus 11:21.
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 1 Timothy 4:4
This verse states every creature of God is good and nothing is to be refused if received with thanksgiving, contradicting the restrictions in Leviticus 11:21.
1 Timothy 4:4: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
It advises not to let anyone judge you by what you eat or drink, implying freedom from laws like those in Leviticus 11:21.
Colossians 2:16: 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]
Paradox #1
Leviticus 11:21 might seem to contradict other dietary laws or teachings about what is clean or unclean. Some interpretations struggle with how certain creatures are categorized. The conflict arises when trying to understand why specific rules apply and how they align with other biblical messages about cleanliness.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 11:21 can be seen as inconsistent because it mentions flying insects that walk on all fours, which contradicts the fact that insects have six legs. This description does not match the scientific understanding of insect anatomy.
Paradox #3
The contradiction is that the verse mentions certain insects with four legs that can hop, but scientifically, insects typically have six legs. This description doesn't match the known classification of insects.
Paradox #4
Leviticus 11:21 might seem inconsistent with certain views on which animals are considered clean or unclean, especially when compared to other dietary guidelines in the Bible. Some people see a conflict between this verse and modern ethical views on animal welfare, as it might not align with current attitudes toward vegetarianism or concern for all living creatures.
Paradox #5
Numerical contradiction may arise if the verse mentions the number of legs an animal uses for movement and it doesn't align with common observations about insects. Insects typically have six legs, but if the verse suggests a different number for certain types, it could be seen as inconsistent with scientific understanding.