Contradiction with Matthew 5:48
Leviticus 20:7 calls for sanctification to be holy for God is holy; Matthew 5:48 extends this to perfection, setting a standard beyond holiness.
Matthew 5:48: Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
Leviticus 20:7 encourages sanctification and holiness, but Romans 3:23 acknowledges that all have sinned and fall short, suggesting imperfection.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Galatians 5:4
Leviticus 20:7 implies holiness through sanctification by God's statutes; Galatians 5:4 suggests falling from grace by adhering strictly to the law.
Galatians 5:4: Christ is become of no effect unto you, whosoever of you are justified by the law; ye are fallen from grace.
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
Leviticus 20:7 emphasizes being holy, whereas 1 John 1:8 states that claiming to be without sin is self-deception.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
Leviticus 20:7 advocates for holiness; Ecclesiastes 7:20 states there is no righteous man on earth who does good and never sins.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Paradox #1
Leviticus 20:7 talks about being holy and set apart. A contradiction or inconsistency might be that some people interpret holiness differently and may see the rules in Leviticus as conflicting with other biblical messages about love, forgiveness, and inclusivity. This can create disputes about how to live a holy life according to different parts of the Bible.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 20:7 focuses on the importance of being holy and set apart. A possible contradiction or conflict here could be the expectation for people to achieve holiness or purity, which might feel unrealistic or unattainable for some. This expectation can conflict with the understanding that humans are inherently flawed and prone to mistakes, leading to feelings of guilt or inadequacy.