Contradiction with Genesis 2:2-3
These verses describe God resting on the seventh day after creation, which establishes a precedent for rest that seems to contrast with the active prohibition of any work in Leviticus 23:28.
Genesis 2:2-3: And on the seventh day God ended his work which he had made; and he rested on the seventh day from all his work which he had made.
Contradiction with Mark 2:27
Jesus states that the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath, suggesting a more flexible interpretation of Sabbath laws than the strict prohibition of Leviticus 23:28.
Mark 2:27: And he said unto them, The sabbath was made for man, and not man for the sabbath:
Contradiction with Romans 14:5
This verse emphasizes individual freedom in observing special days, contrasting with the explicit command to cease all work on the Day of Atonement in Leviticus 23:28.
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]
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
This verse advises not to let anyone judge you regarding Sabbath days, which contradicts the strict observance and prohibition of work commanded in Leviticus 23:28.
Colossians 2:16: 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 23:28 describes a day of rest and atonement, where no work is to be done. A potential doctrinal conflict is with the New Testament teaching in Colossians 2:16-17, which suggests that festivals, new moons, and Sabbaths are a shadow of things to come and that such rituals are not to be judged as necessary for Christians. The conflict arises in the transition from Old Testament laws to New Testament grace, where observing these days is no longer seen as a requirement for faith.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 23:28 discusses a specific instruction about observing a holy day by doing no work and making amends. The potential contradiction or inconsistency could arise if someone argues that focusing on strict ritualistic observance may conflict with the broader biblical message of emphasizing the spirit of compassion, kindness, and personal growth over rigid adherence to rituals. This could be seen as a conflict between following religious rules and prioritizing moral and ethical behavior in everyday life.