Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 9:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 9:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 9:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Daniel, an angel came to him to help him understand things better. The angel wanted to teach Daniel so he could be wise and know important things.

Daniel 9:22: And he informed [me], and talked with me, and said, O Daniel, I am now come forth to give thee skill and understanding. [to...: Heb. to make thee skilful of]

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:5

Daniel 9:22 speaks of understanding through divine revelation, while Proverbs states that evil men do not understand judgment, contradicting the idea that understanding is universally accessible.

Proverbs 28:5: Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all [things].

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

Daniel 9:22 suggests understanding was given to Daniel, but Isaiah emphasizes the vast difference between God's thoughts and man's, implying limited understanding for humans.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Romans 11:33

Suggests that God's judgments and ways are beyond human comprehension, which contrasts with Daniel 9:22 where understanding is communicated to Daniel.

Romans 11:33: O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable [are] his judgments, and his ways past finding out!

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:14

States that spiritual truths are foolishness to the natural man, opposing the notion from Daniel 9:22 that understanding is simply given.

1 Corinthians 2:14: But the natural man receiveth not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither can he know [them], because they are spiritually discerned.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:17

Claims that man cannot discover God's work, which conflicts with Daniel 9:22 where Daniel receives understanding from God.

Ecclesiastes 8:17: Then I beheld all the work of God, that a man cannot find out the work that is done under the sun: because though a man labour to seek [it] out, yet he shall not find [it]; yea further; though a wise [man] think to know [it], yet shall he not be able to find [it].
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information provided.