Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
Emphasizes obedience over ritual sacrifice, whereas Leviticus 8:35 focuses on fulfilling a ritual command.
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 Matthew 12:7
Highlights mercy over strict adherence to ritual law, which is the focus in Leviticus 8:35.
Matthew 12:7: But if ye had known what [this] meaneth, I will have mercy, and not sacrifice, ye would not have condemned the guiltless.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
God desires mercy rather than sacrifice, contrasting the ritualistic requirement in Leviticus 8:35.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Mark 7:8-9
Criticizes adherence to human traditions over God's commands, indirectly challenging the ritual emphasis in Leviticus 8:35.
Mark 7:8-9: For laying aside the commandment of God, ye hold the tradition of men, [as] the washing of pots and cups: and many other such like things ye do.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11-17
Condemns empty rituals and sacrifices without sincere faithfulness, challenging the ritual aspect of Leviticus 8:35.
Isaiah 1:11-17: 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]