Contradiction with Matthew 9:13
This verse emphasizes mercy over ritualistic sacrifice, contradicting the detailed purification rituals in Leviticus 14:6.
Matthew 9:13: But go ye and learn what [that] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
This verse highlights the desire for mercy rather than sacrifice, contrasting the ritualistic focus in Leviticus 14:6.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
This verse questions the value of sacrifices, contradicting the necessity of ritual actions like those in Leviticus 14:6.
Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17
These verses suggest God does not delight in sacrifices, challenging the detailed rituals described in Leviticus 14:6.
Psalm 51:16-17: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-22
These verses express God's disinterest in ritual offerings, which contrasts with the prescriptive ritual in Leviticus 14:6.
Amos 5:21-22: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Paradox #1
Leviticus 14:6 involves a specific ritual involving birds as part of a cleansing process. A contradiction might arise when considering the New Testament teachings where the focus is on spiritual purity and redemption through Jesus, rather than ritualistic practices. The difference between Old Testament laws and New Testament teachings on cleanliness and redemption could be seen as a conflict.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Leviticus 14:6 could be the use of rituals involving birds, cedarwood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop for cleansing from infections, which doesn't align with modern medical understanding of disease treatment. These rituals do not have scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness in curing diseases.
Paradox #3
Leviticus 14:6 involves a ritual that includes the use of a living bird, cedar wood, scarlet yarn, and hyssop. A contradiction or conflict might arise for some people because the ritual involves killing one bird and using another in a symbolic act, which could be seen as being at odds with modern views on animal rights and the ethics of using animals in religious ceremonies. Some may find this practice inconsistent with the value of compassion towards all living creatures.