Contradictions and Paradoxes in Daniel 9:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Daniel 9:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Daniel 9:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Daniel, God's special helper, the Messiah, will be stopped, but not because he did something wrong. After that, there will be people who come and destroy the city and the holy place, and there will be lots of troubles until everything is finished.

Daniel 9:26: And after threescore and two weeks shall Messiah be cut off, but not for himself: and the people of the prince that shall come shall destroy the city and the sanctuary; and the end thereof [shall be] with a flood, and unto the end of the war desolations are determined. [but...: or, and shall have nothing] [desolations...: or, it shall be cut off by desolations]

Contradiction with Matthew 24:35

Explains that heaven and earth may pass away, but Jesus' words will not, suggesting a permanence contrary to the destruction in Daniel 9:26.

Matthew 24:35: Heaven and earth shall pass away, but my words shall not pass away.

Contradiction with Isaiah 9:7

Talks about an everlasting kingdom, contradicting the temporal destruction mentioned in Daniel 9:26.

Isaiah 9:7: Of the increase of [his] government and peace [there shall be] no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

Contradiction with Psalm 89:36-37

Speaks of David's throne enduring forever like the sun, opposing the devastation in Daniel 9:26.

Psalm 89:36-37: His seed shall endure for ever, and his throne as the sun before me.

Contradiction with Revelation 11:15

Describes a kingdom that lasts forever, challenging the temporary desolation of Daniel 9:26.

Revelation 11:15: And the seventh angel sounded; and there were great voices in heaven, saying, The kingdoms of this world are become [the kingdoms] of our Lord, and of his Christ; and he shall reign for ever and ever.

Contradiction with Luke 1:33

States that Jesus will reign forever, which conflicts with the idea of an eventual end in Daniel 9:26.

Luke 1:33: And he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end.

Contradiction with Isaiah 60:18

Promises no more violence and destruction, contradicting the devastation described in Daniel 9:26.

Isaiah 60:18: Violence shall no more be heard in thy land, wasting nor destruction within thy borders; but thou shalt call thy walls Salvation, and thy gates Praise.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 33:20-21

Assures the Davidic covenant is as unbreakable as natural laws, contrasting with Daniel 9:26's theme of destruction.

Jeremiah 33:20-21: Thus saith the LORD; If ye can break my covenant of the day, and my covenant of the night, and that there should not be day and night in their season;

Contradiction with Daniel 2:44

Speaks of a kingdom that will never be destroyed, opposed to the ruin depicted in Daniel 9:26.

Daniel 2:44: And in the days of these kings shall the God of heaven set up a kingdom, which shall never be destroyed: and the kingdom shall not be left to other people, [but] it shall break in pieces and consume all these kingdoms, and it shall stand for ever. [the days: Chaldee, their days] [the kingdom: Chaldee, the kingdom thereof]

Contradiction with Hebrews 12:28

Mentions receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, conflicting with the destruction foretold in Daniel 9:26.

Hebrews 12:28: Wherefore we receiving a kingdom which cannot be moved, let us have grace, whereby we may serve God acceptably with reverence and godly fear: [let...: or, let us hold fast]

Contradiction with Psalm 102:28

Assures continuity of God's covenant with the descendants, clashing with the desolation narrative of Daniel 9:26.

Psalm 102:28: The children of thy servants shall continue, and their seed shall be established before thee.

Paradox #1

Daniel 9:26 can be seen as having a theological inconsistency related to the interpretation of "the Anointed One" or "Messiah." Some people interpret this as a reference to Jesus, while others see it as referring to a different figure or event due to the historical context and timeline. This disagreement can lead to different understandings about the prophecy’s fulfillment and its implications for Christian and Jewish beliefs.

Paradox #2

Daniel 9:26 refers to events that some believe predict the coming of a messiah and the destruction of Jerusalem. A contradiction or inconsistency arises because different interpretations exist about the timing and fulfillment of these predictions. Some argue it doesn't align perfectly with historical events, such as the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 AD, leading to debates about whether the prophecy was fulfilled or remains open-ended.

Paradox #3

Some people see a contradiction in interpretations of this verse where it seems that a promised savior or leader faces destruction and violence, which might conflict with the idea of a messiah bringing peace and salvation. Additionally, the involvement of destruction in prophecy can raise questions about the moral implications of divine will and human suffering.

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