Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
Jesus declares all foods clean, which contradicts Leviticus 11:40 about prohibiting the consumption of certain animals.
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 Acts 10:13-15
Peter is told to eat what God has made clean, opposing Leviticus 11:40's restrictions.
Acts 10:13-15: And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat.
Contradiction with Romans 14:14
Paul states that nothing is unclean in itself, in contrast to Leviticus 11:40's dietary rules.
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 4:4-5
All creatures are considered good and not to be rejected, contradicting the prohibitions in Leviticus 11:40.
1 Timothy 4:4-5: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
Christians should not be judged by food or drink, opposing the dietary laws in Leviticus 11:40.
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 11:40 could create a contradiction or conflict with other biblical teachings on cleanliness and spiritual purity. In this context, the verse indicates a specific way to handle touching dead animals, which might seem at odds with broader teachings on inner spiritual purity found elsewhere in the Bible, such as those in the New Testament where external rituals are often less emphasized compared to inner faith and purity. This might lead to confusion about whether physical or spiritual purity is more important.
Paradox #2
The contradiction could be related to the health implications mentioned in the verse. Modern science understands that eating certain animals or handling their remains without proper hygiene can lead to health risks due to bacteria, viruses, or parasites. However, this verse might imply rules that don't perfectly align with current scientific understanding of disease transmission and food safety.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or conflict in this verse might arise from contrasting dietary laws with broader messages of compassion and inclusion. While this law sets specific dietary restrictions, elsewhere the Bible emphasizes love and acceptance, which can seem inconsistent when certain practices exclude or judge others based on these rules.