Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 8:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 8:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 8:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Prophet Daniel, God showed him a picture or a dream where he found himself in a big, important building in a place called Shushan, near a river named Ulai. This vision was special because it was like God was telling Daniel something important was going to happen.

Daniel 8:2: And I saw in a vision; and it came to pass, when I saw, that I [was] at Shushan [in] the palace, which [is] in the province of Elam; and I saw in a vision, and I was by the river of Ulai.

Contradiction with Amos 3:7

This verse states that God reveals His secrets to His prophets, whereas Daniel 8:2 implies that Daniel was initially puzzled by his vision.

Amos 3:7: Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.

Contradiction with Daniel 12:4

This verse suggests that certain visions or understandings are to be sealed until the end, which can seem contradictory when compared to Daniel 8:2's revelation.

Daniel 12:4: But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, [even] to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

This verse tells us that God is not the author of confusion, yet Daniel 8:2 can be seen as confusing due to the symbolic nature of the vision.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 28:3

Suggests wisdom and understanding, while Daniel 8:2 implies a lack of understanding initially regarding the vision.

Ezekiel 28:3: Behold, thou [art] wiser than Daniel; there is no secret that they can hide from thee:
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