Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 11:37

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 11:37 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 11:37. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, if a dead animal touches seeds that are meant for planting, the seeds are still okay to use and are not dirty. It means the seeds won't make anyone sick, and they can still grow into plants.

Leviticus 11:37: And if [any part] of their carcase fall upon any sowing seed which is to be sown, it [shall be] clean.

Contradiction with Acts 10:15

This verse states that what God has cleansed should not be called common or unclean, contradicting the dietary laws in Leviticus.

Acts 10:15: And the voice [spake] unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, [that] call not thou common.

Contradiction with Romans 14:14

Paul asserts that nothing is unclean in itself, which contrasts with the specific instructions on unclean foods in Leviticus 11.

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 Mark 7:18-19

Jesus declares all foods clean, opposing the categorization of clean and unclean found in Leviticus.

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 Colossians 2:16-17

This verse emphasizes not being judged in matters of food, undermining the dietary restrictions outlined in Leviticus 11.

Colossians 2:16-17: 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]

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:4-5

Proclaims that every creature of God is good and nothing is to be refused if received with thanksgiving, contradicting Levitical food laws.

1 Timothy 4:4-5: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
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