Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 14:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 14:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 14:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Isaiah, people will be surprised and stare closely at the powerful leader, wondering how he could have made the whole world scared and caused so much trouble to countries. It shows how someone who seemed very strong can end up weak and not feared anymore.

Isaiah 14:16: They that see thee shall narrowly look upon thee, [and] consider thee, [saying, Is] this the man that made the earth to tremble, that did shake kingdoms;

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:22

Contradicts Isaiah 14:16 by depicting God as sitting above the circle of the earth, emphasizing His omnipotence and grandeur, contrasting the earthly power questioned in Isaiah 14:16.

Isaiah 40:22: [It is] he that sitteth upon the circle of the earth, and the inhabitants thereof [are] as grasshoppers; that stretcheth out the heavens as a curtain, and spreadeth them out as a tent to dwell in: [It is...: or, Him that]

Contradiction with Matthew 11:11

Contradicts Isaiah 14:16 by stating that among those born of women there is none greater than John the Baptist, which contrasts the diminished perception of the king in Isaiah 14:16.

Matthew 11:11: Verily I say unto you, Among them that are born of women there hath not risen a greater than John the Baptist: notwithstanding he that is least in the kingdom of heaven is greater than he.

Contradiction with Daniel 4:35

Contradicts Isaiah 14:16 by declaring that all inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing, underscoring God's sovereignty over all, unlike the man seen as weakened in Isaiah 14:16.

Daniel 4:35: And all the inhabitants of the earth [are] reputed as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and [among] the inhabitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?

Contradiction with Psalm 2:2-4

Contradicts Isaiah 14:16 by demonstrating God's laughter at rulers, implying their impotence against divine will, contrasting with the reduced might seen in the fallen ruler of Isaiah 14:16.

Psalm 2:2-4: The kings of the earth set themselves, and the rulers take counsel together, against the LORD, and against his anointed, [saying],

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Contradicts Isaiah 14:16 by asserting that all authority comes from God, whereas Isaiah 14:16 suggests a fall from power questioned by onlookers.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
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