Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 14:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 14:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 14:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God has stopped the power of bad people and taken away the control of leaders who do wrong. This means God is helping to make the world a better place by stopping those who are not nice.

Isaiah 14:5: The LORD hath broken the staff of the wicked, [and] the sceptre of the rulers.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

While Isaiah 14:5 speaks of breaking the rod of the wicked, Matthew 5:9 blesses peacemakers, suggesting a focus on reconciliation rather than destruction.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

Isaiah 14:5 emphasizes punishing the wicked, whereas Proverbs advises kindness to enemies, implying a more merciful approach.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Isaiah focuses on breaking the staff of the wicked, while Romans states vengeance is God's, suggesting humans should refrain from judgement.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Luke advocates for loving enemies and doing good to those who hate, contrasting Isaiah’s message of breaking the oppressive power of the wicked.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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