Contradiction with Colossians 2:16
This verse suggests that dietary laws and regulations, which might include Leviticus 2:13's instruction on offering salt, are no longer binding under the new covenant in Christ.
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]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:13
While Leviticus emphasizes the necessity of salt in offerings, this verse uses salt metaphorically, focusing on its figurative, rather than literal, importance.
Matthew 5:13: Ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:8-10
These verses imply that physical offerings, including those adhering to specific rituals or ingredients, are not foundational to the new covenant brought by Jesus, contrasting Leviticus 2:13's focus on ritual.
Hebrews 10:8-10: Above when he said, Sacrifice and offering and burnt offerings and [offering] for sin thou wouldest not, neither hadst pleasure [therein]; which are offered by the law;
Contradiction with Mark 7:18-19
This passage suggests that the dietary laws, and by extension, the rituals concerning offerings with salt, are less important than internal purity, contradicting the ritual focus of Leviticus 2:13.
Mark 7:18-19: Because it entereth not into his heart, but into the belly, and goeth out into the draught, purging all meats?
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:8
While Leviticus 2:13 emphasizes offerings of salt as part of obedience to God, this verse clarifies that food does not commend us to God, suggesting a shift from ritualistic obedience to faith-based relationship.
1 Corinthians 8:8: But meat commendeth us not to God: for neither, if we eat, are we the better; neither, if we eat not, are we the worse. [are we the better: or, have we the more] [are we the worse: or, have we the less]
Contradiction with Romans 14:17
Emphasizes that the kingdom of God is not about eating and drinking, effectively contradicting the ritualistic aspect of offerings mentioned in Leviticus 2:13.
Romans 14:17: For the kingdom of God is not meat and drink; but righteousness, and peace, and joy in the Holy Ghost.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency could relate to dietary laws that change or are interpreted differently over time. There might be differences in how various groups within the religious tradition understand and apply the rule. Also, modern health perspectives might clash with ancient practices.
Paradox #2
Leviticus 2:13 might seem to contradict other biblical teachings that stress the importance of spiritual rather than ritualistic acts. While this verse emphasizes a specific ritual requirement, elsewhere the Bible highlights virtues like justice, mercy, and faith as more critical than ritual compliance. This could create a tension between following specific rules and focusing on broader moral principles.