Contradiction with Luke 5:39
This verse suggests a preference for the old, contradicting Mark 2:22's idea of replacing old with new.
Luke 5:39: No man also having drunk old [wine] straightway desireth new: for he saith, The old is better.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:9
It emphasizes the repetition of what has been before, opposing the concept of newness in Mark 2:22.
Ecclesiastes 1:9: The thing that hath been, it [is that] which shall be; and that which is done [is] that which shall be done: and [there is] no new [thing] under the sun.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:16
Advises seeking the old paths as the good way, contrasting with the new approaches in Mark 2:22.
Jeremiah 6:16: Thus saith the LORD, Stand ye in the ways, and see, and ask for the old paths, where [is] the good way, and walk therein, and ye shall find rest for your souls. But they said, We will not walk [therein].
Contradiction with Matthew 5:18
Emphasizes the permanence of the law, potentially opposing the idea of novel change as in Mark 2:22.
Matthew 5:18: For verily I say unto you, Till heaven and earth pass, one jot or one tittle shall in no wise pass from the law, till all be fulfilled.
Contradiction with Matthew 9:17
This verse uses a similar analogy but implies the necessity of newness, which could reinforce rather than contradict Mark 2:22 if read differently.
Matthew 9:17: Neither do men put new wine into old bottles: else the bottles break, and the wine runneth out, and the bottles perish: but they put new wine into new bottles, and both are preserved. [bottles: or, sacks of skin, or, leather]
Contradiction with Hebrews 8:13
Declares the old covenant obsolete, supporting the idea of new replacing old, aligning rather than contradicting Mark 2:22.
Hebrews 8:13: In that he saith, A new [covenant], he hath made the first old. Now that which decayeth and waxeth old [is] ready to vanish away.
Paradox #1
Mark 2:22 talks about not putting new wine into old wineskins, as the skins would burst and be ruined. Some might see a contradiction or inconsistency when comparing this idea to Old Testament laws or traditions which emphasize adhering to existing guidelines and teachings. The potential conflict lies in how this verse suggests openness to new teachings or practices, which might seem at odds with strictly following long-established religious customs.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in this verse could be seen in the idea of mixing old and new practices or beliefs. Some might see it as a challenge in balancing tradition with new ways of thinking or living, potentially causing tension between preserving old values and embracing change.