Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
This verse emphasizes obedience over sacrifice, highlighting that God values following His commands more than sacrificial offerings.
1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
This verse stresses the importance of mercy and knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings, differing from the focus on sacrifice in Leviticus.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
Here, God questions the value of sacrifices like those outlined in Leviticus, expressing disdain for burnt offerings without righteous living.
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]
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16
In this verse, David acknowledges that God does not desire sacrifice as much as a contrite heart, prioritizing repentance over ritual sacrifices.
Psalm 51:16: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Leviticus 3:3 could relate to the ritual sacrifice of animals. Some may view the act of animal sacrifice as conflicting with the idea of compassion and kindness towards living creatures. This could be seen as inconsistent with a broader moral principle of treating all life with respect and care.