Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 13:52

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 13:52 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 13:52. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Leviticus, if some clothes have a bad sickness on them, they should be burned in fire. This is because it helps keep everyone safe from the sickness.

Leviticus 13:52: He shall therefore burn that garment, whether warp or woof, in woollen or in linen, or any thing of skin, wherein the plague is: for it [is] a fretting leprosy; it shall be burnt in the fire.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

Leviticus 13:52 commands destruction of unclean garments, while Matthew 5:39 advocates turning the other cheek rather than responding destructively.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

Leviticus 13:52 deals with fear of defilement, while 1 John 4:18 states there is no fear in love, and perfect love casts out fear.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Romans 12:21

Leviticus 13:52 provides a destructive response to uncleanliness, while Romans 12:21 encourages overcoming evil with good.

Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Contradiction with John 13:34

Leviticus 13:52 focuses on destruction, whereas John 13:34 emphasizes the new commandment to love one another.

John 13:34: A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another.

Contradiction with Psalm 103:12

Leviticus 13:52 speaks about removing unclean items, while Psalm 103:12 talks about God removing our transgressions as far as east is from west, offering grace instead of destruction.

Psalm 103:12: As far as the east is from the west, [so] far hath he removed our transgressions from us.

Paradox #1

The Bible verse talks about burning clothing or items that have a type of mildew or mold. The scientific inconsistency here might be that, in modern times, there are other methods to treat mold that do not involve burning, such as washing with specific cleaning agents. Burnt items can release harmful substances into the air. Modern science focuses on health and environmental safety with more effective methods for managing contamination.

Paradox #2

The moral inconsistency might arise from the emphasis on ritual purity versus compassion. Destroying items due to contamination could conflict with valuing resources and community well-being, especially if it leads to hardship. It prioritizes ritual law over practical needs.

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