Contradiction with Jeremiah 50:39
This verse suggests that Babylon will be desolate, which aligns with Isaiah 13:20, providing no direct contradiction.
Jeremiah 50:39: Therefore the wild beasts of the desert with the wild beasts of the islands shall dwell [there], and the owls shall dwell therein: and it shall be no more inhabited for ever; neither shall it be dwelt in from generation to generation.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 51:26
It suggests that no stone from Babylon will be used for building, indicating permanent desolation, aligning with Isaiah 13:20.
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 Isaiah 14:23
It states Babylon will be swept with destruction, which does not directly contradict Isaiah 13:20 but supports its desolation prophecy.
Isaiah 14:23: I will also make it a possession for the bittern, and pools of water: and I will sweep it with the besom of destruction, saith the LORD of hosts.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 26:14
Speaks of a city never being rebuilt, similar to Babylon's desolation in Isaiah 13:20, not a contradiction.
Ezekiel 26:14: And I will make thee like the top of a rock: thou shalt be [a place] to spread nets upon; thou shalt be built no more: for I the LORD have spoken [it], saith the Lord GOD.
Contradiction with Revelation 18:21
Depicts Babylon's ultimate destruction, complementing Isaiah 13:20 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 13:20 suggests that Babylon will never be inhabited again, but historically, people have lived in the region after the prophecy. This creates a possible contradiction between the prophecy and historical events.
Paradox #2
The contradiction regarding this verse is that Babylon, the city referred to, was prophesied to never be inhabited again. However, Babylon did continue to have inhabitants at various points in history after the prophecy was made, which appears to conflict with the prediction made in the verse.
Paradox #3
The contradiction in Isaiah 13:20 could relate to its prediction about the perpetual desolation of a city. Historically, cities that were thought to be permanently ruined have sometimes been rebuilt or repopulated, which contrasts with the idea of eternal desolation. This shows a potential inconsistency between the biblical prediction and the historical or archaeological evidence of how cities evolve over time.
Paradox #4
The contradiction in that verse could stem from the depiction of God promising destruction and desolation for a place, which may clash with the idea of a loving and merciful God. It might be seen as inconsistent with themes of forgiveness and compassion found in other parts of the Bible.