Contradiction with Acts 10:13-15
God tells Peter that what He has cleansed should not be called common, implying all foods are clean, contradicting Leviticus 11:7's dietary restriction on pork.
Acts 10:13-15: And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat.
Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
Jesus declares all foods clean, thereby negating the dietary laws outlined in Leviticus 11:7.
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 states that nothing is unclean in itself, contradicting the specific unclean designation of pork in Leviticus 11:7.
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
It is stated that every creature of God is good and nothing is to be refused if it is received with thanksgiving, suggesting a departure from the restrictions in Leviticus 11:7.
1 Timothy 4:4-5: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
Paradox #1
Leviticus 11:7 states that pigs are unclean because they do not chew cud, even though they have split hooves. The potential contradiction or conflict here comes when comparing this dietary rule to the teachings in the New Testament. In particular, in Acts 10:15 and Mark 7:18-19, it is suggested that all foods are clean. This creates a tension between the Old Testament dietary laws and the New Testament teachings, leading to differing interpretations about which rules followers should observe.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 11:7 could be seen as inconsistent with the New Testament teaching that dietary laws are no longer necessary for Christians. In the New Testament, specifically in Acts 10:15 and Mark 7:18-19, it is suggested that all foods are clean, which contrasts with the Old Testament dietary laws, leading to a perceived conflict between the two parts of the Bible.
Paradox #3
Leviticus 11:7 has been a source of contradiction and debate due to differences in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic dietary laws. Despite the prohibition stated in Leviticus, some Christian denominations do not adhere to these dietary restrictions, considering them part of Old Testament law that is not binding under the New Covenant with Jesus. Additionally, the classification of animals and specific dietary customs vary widely across different cultures and religious interpretations, causing further inconsistency in practice.
Paradox #4
Leviticus 11:7 mentions a rule about pigs, stating they are unclean. A contradiction could be that while pigs are labeled unclean in a religious context, science doesn't classify animals as clean or unclean. Instead, science might focus on their biological characteristics and role in ecology, nutrition, or hygiene.
Paradox #5
Some people see a contradiction in the dietary laws being so strict in the past, as mentioned in this verse, while in modern times, many people, including religious followers, may not adhere to these rules. This can seem inconsistent when compared with other biblical teachings about love, compassion, and personal freedom.