Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
This verse states that Jesus came not to destroy the law, but to fulfill it, suggesting continuity with the old laws rather than their repeal or contradiction.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
This passage indicates that dietary laws and special days, including the Sabbath, are a shadow of things to come, positing Christ as the substance, which may contradict strict observance of Old Testament laws.
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]
Contradiction with Galatians 4:9-10
Paul questions the observance of days, months, times, and years, potentially contradicting the strict adherence to specific feast dates as outlined in Leviticus.
Galatians 4:9-10: But now, after that ye have known God, or rather are known of God, how turn ye again to the weak and beggarly elements, whereunto ye desire again to be in bondage? [turn ye again: or, turn ye back] [elements: or, rudiments]
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:1
It speaks of the law having a shadow of good things to come, and not the very image of the things, suggesting a transformation from the old covenant’s festivals to a new understanding.
Hebrews 10:1: For the law having a shadow of good things to come, [and] not the very image of the things, can never with those sacrifices which they offered year by year continually make the comers thereunto perfect.
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
Paul indicates that one person may consider one day more sacred than another, while another considers every day alike, suggesting flexibility contrary to the prescribed specific feast days in Leviticus.
Romans 14:5: One man esteemeth one day above another: another esteemeth every day [alike]. Let every man be fully persuaded in his own mind. [fully persuaded: or, fully assured]
Paradox #1
Leviticus 23:16 discusses the counting of days for a specific religious observance. A possible contradiction or inconsistency could arise when trying to reconcile the detailed instructions about timing in this verse with other biblical passages that use a different timeline or ceremonial schedule. However, whether such a contradiction exists often depends on interpretation and religious tradition. Denominational and scholarly interpretations can vary, leading to differences in understanding how to align this verse with others throughout the Bible. If there is no significant contradiction noted in mainstream interpretations, it's considered part of the broader ceremonial laws that align with ancient practices. In simpler terms: Some people might see a conflict between Leviticus 23:16 and other parts of the Bible about when certain religious events should happen, but it often depends on how the verses are understood and practiced by different groups.