Contradictions and Paradoxes in Leviticus 3:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Leviticus 3:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Leviticus 3:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Moses, God gave special instructions about which parts of the animal should be offered to Him because He wanted His people to show care and respect when giving gifts to Him. This also helped people remember that God was watching over them and had special rules for them to follow.

Leviticus 3:4: And the two kidneys, and the fat that [is] on them, which [is] by the flanks, and the caul above the liver, with the kidneys, it shall he take away. [caul...: or, midriff over the liver, and over the kidneys]

Contradiction with Leviticus 11:7

While Leviticus 3:4 describes the internal parts of acceptable offerings, Leviticus 11:7 lists unclean animals not suitable for offerings, presenting a contrast in dietary laws.

Leviticus 11:7: And the swine, though he divide the hoof, and be clovenfooted, yet he cheweth not the cud; he [is] unclean to you.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22

This verse suggests that obedience is better than sacrifice, contrasting with Leviticus 3:4 which details sacrificial practices.

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 Isaiah 1:11

This verse questions the value of sacrifices, contrasting with Leviticus 3:4's specific instructions on offerings.

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 Hosea 6:6

Emphasizes desiring mercy over sacrifice, contrary to the detailed sacrificial instructions in Leviticus 3:4.

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

Contradiction with Hebrews 10:8-9

Suggests that God takes no pleasure in sacrifices, contrasting with the detailed ritualistic procedures in Leviticus 3:4.

Hebrews 10:8-9: 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;
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