Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 8:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 8:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 8:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Daniel, this verse means that a powerful leader will use tricky plans to become rich and strong, thinking he's very important. But even though he tries to fight against God, he will be defeated without anyone using their hands.

Daniel 8:25: And through his policy also he shall cause craft to prosper in his hand; and he shall magnify [himself] in his heart, and by peace shall destroy many: he shall also stand up against the Prince of princes; but he shall be broken without hand. [peace: or, prosperity]

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:6

This verse states that righteousness delivers from death, contradicting the success by deceit in Daniel 8:25.

Proverbs 11:6: The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in [their own] naughtiness.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This verse claims the meek shall inherit the earth, contrasting with the mighty being broken by peace in Daniel 8:25.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:27

This verse mentions God choosing the weak to confound the mighty, opposing the impartial breaking seen in Daniel 8:25.

1 Corinthians 1:27: But God hath chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise; and God hath chosen the weak things of the world to confound the things which are mighty;

Contradiction with Matthew 26:52

This verse states those who take up the sword shall perish by it, contradicting the imagery of destruction without a sword in Daniel 8:25.

Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?

Contradiction with Psalm 37:37

This verse asserts that the end of the perfect man is peace, contrasting with the broken peace in Daniel 8:25.

Psalm 37:37: Mark the perfect [man], and behold the upright: for the end of [that] man [is] peace.

Paradox #1

The verse suggests that deceit and cunning might succeed temporarily. A contradiction could arise when comparing this with biblical teachings that emphasize honesty and integrity as important virtues. This could appear inconsistent with the overall message of promoting truthful and upright behavior.

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