Contradiction with Acts 10:13-15
This passage depicts Peter's vision where God declares all animals clean, contradicting Leviticus 11:9's dietary restrictions.
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, directly opposing the dietary laws stated in Leviticus 11:9.
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’s teaching that no food is unclean in itself contradicts the food restrictions in Leviticus 11:9.
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
States that every creature of God is good and nothing is to be refused if received with thanksgiving, contradicting Leviticus 11:9's prohibitions.
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
The contradiction or inconsistency might arise from the understanding and interpretation of dietary laws in different cultures and religious traditions over time. Some groups may follow these laws strictly, while others may see them as symbolic or not applicable to current practices. Differences in interpretation can lead to inconsistencies in how these laws are observed or prioritized.
Paradox #2
The conflict is that the verse categorizes aquatic creatures based on having fins and scales as criteria for being clean, which can be inconsistent with biological classifications. In science, aquatic animals are classified based on evolutionary relationships rather than physical traits like fins and scales. This can lead to inconsistencies with scientific taxonomy, where animals like shellfish or certain types of fish that may lack these traits still fit within broad biological categories.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in Leviticus 11:9 could be seen in the fact that dietary laws differentiate between clean and unclean animals, but later parts of the Bible, like in the New Testament, suggest that such restrictions are no longer necessary. This can create confusion or conflict about which rules to follow regarding food.