Contradiction with Hebrews 10:10
This verse claims that we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once for all, which contrasts with the repeated offerings for sin mentioned in Leviticus.
Hebrews 10:10: By the which will we are sanctified through the offering of the body of Jesus Christ once [for all].
Contradiction with Romans 3:28
This verse declares that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law, contradicting the need for sacrificial offerings as required in Leviticus.
Romans 3:28: Therefore we conclude that a man is justified by faith without the deeds of the law.
Contradiction with Ephesians 2:8-9
These verses emphasize salvation by grace through faith and not by works, countering the work-based atonement seen in Leviticus.
Ephesians 2:8-9: For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: [it is] the gift of God:
Contradiction with Galatians 2:16
This verse states that a person is not justified by the works of the law but by faith in Jesus Christ, opposing the legalistic atonement practices in Leviticus.
Galatians 2:16: Knowing that a man is not justified by the works of the law, but by the faith of Jesus Christ, even we have believed in Jesus Christ, that we might be justified by the faith of Christ, and not by the works of the law: for by the works of the law shall no flesh be justified.
Contradiction with Hebrews 9:12
This verse emphasizes Christ obtaining eternal redemption through His blood, thus negating the need for the sacrificial system described in Leviticus.
Hebrews 9:12: Neither by the blood of goats and calves, but by his own blood he entered in once into the holy place, having obtained eternal redemption [for us].
Paradox #1
Leviticus 5:18 involves making a guilt offering to atone for unintentional sins. A potential contradiction or inconsistency might arise when compared to other Biblical teachings that emphasize forgiveness through repentance alone without the need for animal sacrifices, as seen in some New Testament teachings. Additionally, various interpretations within Christianity and Judaism might disagree on the necessity or method of atonement, which can create conflicts or differing practices within religious communities.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Leviticus 5:18 might arise from the idea that a person must offer a sacrifice for an unintentional wrongdoing to make things right. This could conflict with the belief that unintentional actions should not require punishment or a guilt offering, as they are not deliberate. Some might see this as inconsistent with the notion of justice based on intent.