Contradiction with Matthew 15:11
This verse contradicts Leviticus 15:31 by stating that it is not what enters the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of it, shifting the focus from external impurity to moral behavior.
Matthew 15:11: Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.
Contradiction with Acts 10:15
This verse contradicts Leviticus 15:31 by declaring that what God has cleansed should not be called common or unclean, implying a revision of dietary and cleanliness laws.
Acts 10:15: And the voice [spake] unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, [that] call not thou common.
Contradiction with Romans 14:14
This verse contradicts Leviticus 15:31 by suggesting that nothing is unclean in itself, and that it is only unclean to the one who believes it is, challenging the notion of inherent impurity.
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 Galatians 3:28
This verse contradicts Leviticus 15:31 by emphasizing unity and equality in Christ, downplaying distinctions that include ritual purity laws.
Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Contradiction with Hebrews 9:13-14
This verse contradicts Leviticus 15:31 by contrasting the temporary purification of flesh with the eternal cleansing provided by Christ’s sacrifice, suggesting an outdatedness of the old purity laws.
Hebrews 9:13-14: For if the blood of bulls and of goats, and the ashes of an heifer sprinkling the unclean, sanctifieth to the purifying of the flesh:
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
This verse contradicts Leviticus 15:31 by advising against judgment based on old covenant practices like dietary and festival observance, indicating these are shadows of things to come.
Colossians 2:16-17: 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 15:31 could be seen as contradictory when considering the New Testament teachings, specifically about cleanliness and entering God's presence. In the Old Testament, strict rules about physical cleanliness were necessary to approach God, but the New Testament emphasizes inner purity and faith in Jesus as the path to God. This discrepancy can raise questions about whether physical or spiritual cleanliness is more important for communion with God.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 15:31 deals with ritual cleanliness, emphasizing the importance of maintaining purity. A potential doctrinal conflict could arise when comparing this with the New Testament teachings on inner spiritual purity and grace, such as in the teachings of Jesus or Paul, which stress internal purity over ritualistic practices. This could lead to differing interpretations on the necessity and role of ritual cleanliness in religious practice.
Paradox #3
The contradiction could be with modern understanding of disease transmission and hygiene practices. While ancient practices of cleanliness might be rooted in cultural or religious beliefs, they do not align with contemporary medical knowledge about how diseases actually spread and are prevented.
Paradox #4
The potential contradiction in this verse could be seen as a conflict between ancient purification laws and modern views on equality and inclusion. These rules may seem exclusionary or outdated by today's standards, as they involve separating people based on certain physical conditions. This can clash with contemporary values that emphasize acceptance and inclusion, regardless of one's physical state.