Contradictions and Paradoxes in Amos 2:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Amos 2:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Amos 2:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Amos, God feels really weighed down and unhappy because the people are doing bad things. It's like a cart that's too full and heavy and might break.

Amos 2:13: Behold, I am pressed under you, as a cart is pressed [that is] full of sheaves. [I am...: or, I will press your place, as a cart full of sheaves presseth]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:8

This verse emphasizes God's support and presence with His people, while Amos 2:13 speaks to God's burden and judgment on Israel.

Deuteronomy 31:8: And the LORD, he [it is] that doth go before thee; he will be with thee, he will not fail thee, neither forsake thee: fear not, neither be dismayed.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:13

This verse highlights God's assistance and upholding of His people, contrary to the oppression mentioned in Amos 2:13.

Isaiah 41:13: For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

This verse invites the weary to rest, contrasting with the imagery of burden and pressure found in Amos 2:13.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

This verse talks about renewal of strength, opposing the concept of burden and weariness that is implied in Amos 2:13.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Psalm 55:22

This verse encourages casting burdens on the Lord for support, unlike the heavy burden depicted in Amos 2:13.

Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]

Contradiction with Psalm 23:4

This verse speaks to comfort and guidance through difficulties, conflicting with the notion of crushing burden in Amos 2:13.

Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
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