Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 6:28

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 6:28 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 6:28. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Daniel, Daniel did well and was successful during the time when Darius and Cyrus were the kings. This shows that God was with Daniel and helped him even when times were tough.

Daniel 6:28: So this Daniel prospered in the reign of Darius, and in the reign of Cyrus the Persian.

Contradiction with Psalms 146:3

Daniel 6:28 indicates prosperity under a ruler, whereas Psalms 146:3 advises not to put trust in princes.

Psalms 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]

Contradiction with Hosea 8:4

Daniel 6:28 describes favor during king's reigns; Hosea 8:4 mentions setting up kings without God's approval.

Hosea 8:4: They have set up kings, but not by me: they have made princes, and I knew [it] not: of their silver and their gold have they made them idols, that they may be cut off.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Daniel 6:28 implies trust in earthly king's favor; Jeremiah 17:5 warns against trusting man over God.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Contradiction with Micah 7:5

Daniel 6:28 acknowledges royal dependency, whereas Micah 7:5 encourages not relying on close relationships, including rulers.

Micah 7:5: Trust ye not in a friend, put ye not confidence in a guide: keep the doors of thy mouth from her that lieth in thy bosom.

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

Daniel 6:28 shows prosperity through rulers, but Isaiah 31:1 warns against seeking help from earthly powers over God.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
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