Contradiction with 1 John 1:9
1 John 1:9 emphasizes individual confession and cleansing, while Leviticus 26:40 discusses collective confession of iniquities.
1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:20
Ezekiel 18:20 states that each person is responsible for their own sin, whereas Leviticus 26:40 involves confessing the iniquities of ancestors.
Ezekiel 18:20: The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.
Contradiction with Romans 3:23
Romans 3:23 states all have sinned, implying individual responsibility, while Leviticus 26:40 focuses on collective acknowledgment of sin.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:30
Jeremiah 31:30 says every person will die for their own sin, in contrast to Leviticus 26:40's idea of bearing ancestral guilt.
Jeremiah 31:30: But every one shall die for his own iniquity: every man that eateth the sour grape, his teeth shall be set on edge.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency might arise from the fact that some biblical promises and curses related to Israel's behavior and repentance, such as those in Leviticus, don't always seem to match the historical experiences of the Jewish people. For instance, despite periods of collective confession and repentance, the anticipated restoration or consequences described in some texts may not clearly align with historical events as recorded in secular history or other biblical books.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the idea of being punished for the sins of ancestors, which can seem unfair to some people. It raises questions about individual responsibility versus collective or inherited guilt. Some might argue that people should not be held accountable for actions they did not personally commit.