Contradiction with Matthew 5:24
This verse suggests reconciliation with others before offering a gift at the altar, highlighting relational duties, while Leviticus 5:8 focuses on animal offerings for atonement.
Matthew 5:24: Leave there thy gift before the altar, and go thy way; first be reconciled to thy brother, and then come and offer thy gift.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
This verse emphasizes desiring mercy and knowledge of God rather than burnt offerings, contrasting with the prescribed offerings in Leviticus 5:8.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Micah 6:7-8
These verses ask if God is pleased with thousands of rams or ten thousand rivers of oil, emphasizing justice, mercy, and humility over ritual sacrifice, contrasting with Leviticus 5:8.
Micah 6:7-8: Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, [or] with ten thousands of rivers of oil? shall I give my firstborn [for] my transgression, the fruit of my body [for] the sin of my soul? [body: Heb. belly]
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17
These verses declare that God doesn't delight in sacrifice but in a broken spirit, highlighting inner contrition over ritualistic offerings specified in Leviticus 5:8.
Psalm 51:16-17: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Contradiction with Amos 5:22-24
These verses express God's disregard for burnt and grain offerings in favor of justice and righteousness, differing from the sacrificial instructions in Leviticus 5:8.
Amos 5:22-24: Though ye offer me burnt offerings and your meat offerings, I will not accept [them]: neither will I regard the peace offerings of your fat beasts. [peace...: or, thank offerings]