Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 27:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 27:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 27:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, who is believed to have written this book, when someone is 60 years old or older, the value set for a man is fifteen silver coins and for a woman, it's ten silver coins. This was a way to help people give offerings to God based on age and gender.

Leviticus 27:7: And if [it be] from sixty years old and above; if [it be] a male, then thy estimation shall be fifteen shekels, and for the female ten shekels.

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse emphasizes equality in Christ, contrasting with the specific valuation distinctions made between ages and genders in Leviticus 27:7.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:34-37

Here, Jesus advises against making oaths, contradicting the concept of making vows as prescribed in Leviticus 27.

Matthew 5:34-37: But I say unto you, Swear not at all; neither by heaven; for it is God's throne:

Contradiction with James 2:1-4

James encourages believers not to show partiality, which contrasts with the monetary valuations based on age and gender in Leviticus 27:7.

James 2:1-4: My brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, [the Lord] of glory, with respect of persons.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34

Peter states that God shows no partiality, contradicting the valuation distinctions in Leviticus 27.

Acts 10:34: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Paradox #1

The contradiction in Leviticus 27:7 could arise from the valuation of people based on age, which might seem unfair or discriminatory in modern times. This verse assigns different monetary values to individuals depending on their age, raising questions about equality and the inherent worth of every person.

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