Contradiction with Hebrews 10:4
This verse states that it is not possible for the blood of bulls and goats to take away sins, which contradicts the purpose of the blood used for atonement in Leviticus 8:15.
Hebrews 10:4: For [it is] not possible that the blood of bulls and of goats should take away sins.
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16
This verse expresses that God does not delight in sacrifices or burnt offerings, contrasting with the sacrificial ritual described in Leviticus 8:15.
Psalm 51:16: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
This verse suggests that God has no pleasure in the blood of bullocks or lambs, contrary to the ritualistic practices in Leviticus 8:15.
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 Matthew 9:13
This verse emphasizes mercy over sacrifice, conflicting with the sacrificial system depicted in Leviticus 8:15.
Matthew 9:13: But go ye and learn what [that] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice: for I am not come to call the righteous, but sinners to repentance.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
This verse highlights a preference for mercy rather than sacrifice, opposing the sacrificial actions in Leviticus 8:15.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
This verse suggests obedience is better than sacrifice, contradicting the emphasis on sacrificial rites in Leviticus 8:15.
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.
Paradox #1
Leviticus 8:15 describes a ritual involving the use of blood for purification purposes. The contradiction might arise when this practice is compared to the broader ethical debate about animal sacrifice and the value of life. Some people might see a conflict between performing ritual sacrifices and the idea of compassion towards living creatures. Additionally, there could be inconsistency when considering modern ethical views on animal rights versus ancient cultural practices.