Contradiction with James 2:10
This verse suggests that breaking any one law makes a person guilty of breaking all of them, contradicting the idea of restitution for specific wrongs as seen in Leviticus 6:4.
James 2:10: For whosoever shall keep the whole law, and yet offend in one [point], he is guilty of all.
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17
This verse emphasizes a contrite heart over sacrifices for forgiveness, while Leviticus 6:4 focuses on restitution and specific offerings.
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 Matthew 5:23-24
Jesus advises reconciling with others before offering gifts to God, which shifts the focus from Leviticus 6:4's ritualistic restitution to interpersonal reconciliation.
Matthew 5:23-24: Therefore if thou bring thy gift to the altar, and there rememberest that thy brother hath ought against thee;
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4
This verse claims it is impossible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, contradicting Leviticus 6:4, which includes animal sacrifice for atonement.
Hebrews 10:4: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
Paradox #1
Leviticus 6:4 talks about making restitution for wrongs, but some people find a contradiction because, in other parts of the Bible, forgiveness is emphasized as something given freely without conditions. This can seem inconsistent to those who believe that forgiveness and restitution should not be required together.