Contradiction with Matthew 15:11
This verse says it is not what goes into the mouth that defiles a person, contradicting the idea of external purity emphasized in Numbers 6:8.
Matthew 15:11: Not that which goeth into the mouth defileth a man; but that which cometh out of the mouth, this defileth a man.
Contradiction with Mark 7:15
Similar to Matthew 15:11, it states that nothing outside a person can defile them, opposing the concept of being holy through external rituals in Numbers 6:8.
Mark 7:15: If any man have ears to hear, let him hear.
Contradiction with Colossians 2:16-17
These verses argue that religious observances and dietary laws are shadows of things to come, challenging the rules of separation and holiness laid out in Numbers 6:8.
Colossians 2:16-17: Let no man therefore judge you in meat, or in drink, or in respect of an holyday, or of the new moon, or of the sabbath [days]: [in meat...: or, for eating and drinking] [respect: or, part]
Contradiction with Romans 14:14
This verse posits that nothing is unclean in itself, if considered pure, contesting the concept of ritual defilement in Numbers 6:8.
Romans 14:14: I know, and am persuaded by the Lord Jesus, that [there is] nothing unclean of itself: but to him that esteemeth any thing to be unclean, to him [it is] unclean. [unclean: Gr. common]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 4:4-5
It states every creature of God is good and nothing is to be refused if received with thanksgiving, suggesting a different perspective from the Nazarite vow of sanctity in Numbers 6:8.
1 Timothy 4:4-5: For every creature of God [is] good, and nothing to be refused, if it be received with thanksgiving:
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict could arise in the idea that certain people might have to live by special rules to be holy, which could seem unfair or create inequality among people who follow the same faith. This can lead to questions about whether all people are viewed equally under the same religious beliefs.