Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 10:30

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 10:30 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 10:30. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is telling the people in the town of Gallim to shout loudly so that their voices can be heard in another place called Laish, even reaching the town of Anathoth where people are very sad. It's like when you call out to a friend really loudly so they can hear you from far away.

Isaiah 10:30: Lift up thy voice, O daughter of Gallim: cause it to be heard unto Laish, O poor Anathoth. [Lift...: Heb. Cry shrill with]

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

While Isaiah 10:30 speaks of specific impending doom, Proverbs 19:21 emphasizes that despite human plans, only God's purpose will prevail, suggesting a broader divine control rather than localized events.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

Isaiah 10:30 describes imminent disaster from human perspective, but Isaiah 55:8-9 highlights that God’s thoughts and ways are higher than human understanding, implying a discrepancy in human perception of events.

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

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Isaiah 10:30 conveys destruction, whereas Jeremiah 29:11 promises a hopeful future and well-being, offering a contrast between threat and divine reassurance.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1-2

Isaiah 10:30 warns of fear and invasion, but Psalm 46:1-2 instills confidence and lack of fear through God’s presence, challenging the notion of dread.

Psalm 46:1-2: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with John 14:27

Isaiah 10:30 brings a message of fear and urgency, while John 14:27 assures peace given by Jesus, opposing the anxiety experienced in the former verse.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.
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