Contradiction with Matthew 15:11
This verse contradicts Leviticus 17:16 by stating that it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, but what comes out of the mouth.
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 17:16 by declaring that what God has cleansed should not be called common or unclean.
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 17:16 by claiming that nothing is unclean in itself, but it is only unclean to anyone who thinks it is unclean.
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 Corinthians 8:8
This verse contradicts Leviticus 17:16 by saying that food does not bring us closer to God, nor does it defile or benefit us spiritually.
1 Corinthians 8:8: But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse. [are we the better: or, have we the more] [are we the worse: or, have we the less]
Paradox #1
One contradiction or conflict with this verse could be the emphasis on ritual cleanliness and punishment, which might seem harsh or overly strict compared to modern values of forgiveness and compassion. The focus on external practices rather than internal intentions can clash with more contemporary views that prioritize personal beliefs and motivations over ceremonial rules.