Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 2:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 2:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 2:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, when people give the first and best part of their harvest to God, they should not burn it on the altar like other offerings. Instead, it's a special gift to show thanks and should be treated differently.

Leviticus 2:12: As for the oblation of the firstfruits, ye shall offer them unto the LORD: but they shall not be burnt on the altar for a sweet savour. [be burnt: Heb. ascend]

Contradiction with Psalm 51:16

This verse states that God does not desire burnt offerings, whereas Leviticus 2:12 specifies presenting offerings of firstfruits.

Psalm 51:16: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]

Contradiction with Hosea 6:6

This verse emphasizes mercy over sacrifice, contrasting with the sacrificial focus in Leviticus 2:12.

Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4

This verse claims it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, questioning the efficacy of such offerings as suggested in Leviticus 2:12.

Hebrews 10:4: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.

Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11

This verse questions the multitude of sacrifices and burnt offerings, which contrasts with the directive to offer firstfruits in Leviticus 2:12.

Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]

Paradox #1

Leviticus 2:12 discusses offerings, but it could be seen as inconsistent with other Bible verses that emphasize God not desiring sacrifices as much as obedience and mercy, like in Hosea 6:6 or Micah 6:6-8. This could create a tension between rules about offerings and the broader message about what God truly values.

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