Contradiction with Jeremiah 50:40
This verse supports the prophecy in Isaiah 13:19 regarding the destruction of Babylon, rather than contradicting it.
Jeremiah 50:40: As God overthrew Sodom and Gomorrah and the neighbour [cities] thereof, saith the LORD; [so] shall no man abide there, neither shall any son of man dwell therein.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 51:26
This verse aligns with the prophecy of desolation in Isaiah 13:19, indicating Babylon will not be rebuilt, rather than contradicting it.
Jeremiah 51:26: And they shall not take of thee a stone for a corner, nor a stone for foundations; but thou shalt be desolate for ever, saith the LORD. [desolate...: Heb. everlasting desolations]
Contradiction with Revelation 18:21
This verse reinforces the complete fall of Babylon, as mentioned in Isaiah 13:19, rather than contradicting it.
Revelation 18:21: And a mighty angel took up a stone like a great millstone, and cast [it] into the sea, saying, Thus with violence shall that great city Babylon be thrown down, and shall be found no more at all.
Paradox #1
Isaiah 13:19 predicts the total destruction of Babylon. However, historically, the city of Babylon did not face immediate destruction after the prophecy; it continued to exist and thrive for centuries, gradually declining over time. This slow decline rather than sudden destruction presents a historical inconsistency with the immediacy implied by the prophecy.