Contradiction with Leviticus 20:6
Explains that seeking after familiar spirits results in divine separation, reinforcing rather than contradicting Leviticus 19:31.
Leviticus 20:6: And the soul that turneth after such as have familiar spirits, and after wizards, to go a whoring after them, I will even set my face against that soul, and will cut him off from among his people.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 18:10-12
Describes practices like divination as abominations, agreeing with Leviticus 19:31's prohibition against mediums and familiar spirits.
Deuteronomy 18:10-12: There shall not be found among you [any one] that maketh his son or his daughter to pass through the fire, [or] that useth divination, [or] an observer of times, or an enchanter, or a witch,
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 28:7-8
Demonstrates seeking a medium contradicting Leviticus 19:31; however, it serves as a narrative consequence rather than a doctrinal contradiction.
1 Samuel 28:7-8: Then said Saul unto his servants, Seek me a woman that hath a familiar spirit, that I may go to her, and enquire of her. And his servants said to him, Behold, [there is] a woman that hath a familiar spirit at Endor.
Contradiction with 2 Kings 21:6
Lists practices including consulting mediums as evil in God's sight, supporting Leviticus 19:31's position rather than contradicting it.
2 Kings 21:6: And he made his son pass through the fire, and observed times, and used enchantments, and dealt with familiar spirits and wizards: he wrought much wickedness in the sight of the LORD, to provoke [him] to anger.
Paradox #1
The verse advises against consulting mediums or spirits, which can seem in conflict with other biblical accounts where individuals like King Saul sought the counsel of a medium, and at times, spiritual beings, like angels, interact with humans. This disparity can raise questions about when or how certain spiritual contacts are considered acceptable or not within the scripture.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 19:31 warns against consulting mediums or wizards. A contradiction might be seen when compared to other biblical stories where figures like Saul in 1 Samuel 28 consults a medium, which seems inconsistent with the prohibitions found in Leviticus. This presents a conflict between prescribed laws and narrative actions.
Paradox #3
This Bible verse advises against consulting spirits or practicing divination, which conflicts with the scientific understanding that such activities do not have a basis in empirical evidence or scientific methodology. Science relies on observable, testable, and repeatable evidence, while practices like consulting spirits are based on belief and not supported by scientific proof.
Paradox #4
The potential contradiction or inconsistency in this verse might arise from the difference between ancient and modern views on spirituality. Today, some people consider seeking guidance from spiritual or supernatural sources outside traditional religious teachings, such as mediums or spiritual advisors, as part of their personal beliefs or cultural practices. Meanwhile, the verse advises against such practices, which can create a conflict between personal freedom in exploring spirituality and adherence to traditional religious teachings.