Contradiction with 2 Kings 14:27
This verse implies that the Lord would not blot out the name of Israel, while Daniel 5:31 suggests the end of a kingdom with the death of Belshazzar, contrasting outcomes of divine intervention.
2 Kings 14:27: And the LORD said not that he would blot out the name of Israel from under heaven: but he saved them by the hand of Jeroboam the son of Joash.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 51:11
This verse implies that God motivated the Medes to destroy Babylon, yet Daniel 5:31 presents Darius the Mede taking the kingdom, presenting differing perspectives on the control of events.
Jeremiah 51:11: Make bright the arrows; gather the shields: the LORD hath raised up the spirit of the kings of the Medes: for his device [is] against Babylon, to destroy it; because it [is] the vengeance of the LORD, the vengeance of his temple. [bright: Heb. pure]
Contradiction with Isaiah 13:19-20
Isaiah predicts that Babylon will be permanently destroyed and never inhabited, while Daniel 5:31 shows Babylon continuing under new leadership, indicating a contrast in the fate of the city.
Isaiah 13:19-20: And Babylon, the glory of kingdoms, the beauty of the Chaldees' excellency, shall be as when God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah. [as...: Heb. as the overthrowing]
Contradiction with Habakkuk 2:6-7
This prophecy in Habakkuk suggests a future where the oppressors are taunted, which contrasts with the immediate takeover in Daniel 5:31 after the fall of Belshazzar.
Habakkuk 2:6-7: Shall not all these take up a parable against him, and a taunting proverb against him, and say, Woe to him that increaseth [that which is] not his! how long? and to him that ladeth himself with thick clay! [Woe...: or, Ho, he]
Contradiction with Revelation 18:2
Revelation speaks of Babylon as fallen and being the dwelling place of demons, offering a spiritual interpretation versus the political transition seen in Daniel 5:31.
Revelation 18:2: And he cried mightily with a strong voice, saying, Babylon the great is fallen, is fallen, and is become the habitation of devils, and the hold of every foul spirit, and a cage of every unclean and hateful bird.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 50:3
Jeremiah speaks of nations coming against Babylon leading to desolation, which contradicts the peaceful transition of power in Daniel 5:31.
Jeremiah 50:3: For out of the north there cometh up a nation against her, which shall make her land desolate, and none shall dwell therein: they shall remove, they shall depart, both man and beast.
Contradiction with Isaiah 45:1
Isaiah mentions Cyrus as God's anointed to conquer nations, providing a contrast to the identity of Darius the Mede in Daniel 5:31.
Isaiah 45:1: Thus saith the LORD to his anointed, to Cyrus, whose right hand I have holden, to subdue nations before him; and I will loose the loins of kings, to open before him the two leaved gates; and the gates shall not be shut; [have...: or, strengthened]
Paradox #1
The possible contradiction with "Daniel 5:31" is that it mentions Darius the Mede as taking over the kingdom after the fall of Babylon. Historically, there is no clear evidence of a ruler named Darius the Mede. Instead, historical records indicate that Cyrus the Great of Persia conquered Babylon. This inconsistency raises questions about the identity and existence of Darius the Mede.