Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 10:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 10:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 10:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is showing that some people think they are very powerful, like kings, even if they are not. He wants everyone to remember that real power comes from God and not from people.

Isaiah 10:8: For he saith, [Are] not my princes altogether kings?

Contradiction with Jeremiah 9:23

This verse emphasizes not glorying in wisdom, might, or riches, whereas Isaiah 10:8 reflects an expression of power and might by claiming rulers as personal possessions.

Jeremiah 9:23: Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:

Contradiction with Matthew 23:12

This verse states that whoever exalts himself will be humbled, contradicting the boastful implication of Isaiah 10:8 where rulers or kingdoms are claimed as possessions.

Matthew 23:12: And whosoever shall exalt himself shall be abased; and he that shall humble himself shall be exalted.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:18

This verse mentions pride going before destruction, which contrasts with Isaiah 10:8 where there is a proud assertion of authority over others.

Proverbs 16:18: Pride [goeth] before destruction, and an haughty spirit before a fall.

Contradiction with Luke 14:11

This verse echoes the notion of humility by emphasizing that those who exalt themselves will be humbled, which is contrary to the proud claim in Isaiah 10:8.

Luke 14:11: For whosoever exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted.
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