Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 17:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 17:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 17:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, this verse means that one day people will remember God who made them, and they will think carefully about how important and special God is.

Isaiah 17:7: At that day shall a man look to his Maker, and his eyes shall have respect to the Holy One of Israel.

Contradiction with Psalm 14:1

Contrasts with the expectation of reverence in Isaiah 17:7 by highlighting the denial of God in one's heart.

Psalm 14:1: [To the chief Musician, [A Psalm] of David.] The fool hath said in his heart, [There is] no God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, [there is] none that doeth good.

Contradiction with Proverbs 30:12

Contrary to the realization of divine works in Isaiah 17:7, this verse depicts a generation unaware of their impurity.

Proverbs 30:12: [There is] a generation [that are] pure in their own eyes, and [yet] is not washed from their filthiness.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 10:21

Opposes the attentive realization of God's handiwork in Isaiah 17:7 by describing leaders neglecting God, leading to failure.

Jeremiah 10:21: For the pastors are become brutish, and have not sought the LORD: therefore they shall not prosper, and all their flocks shall be scattered.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 8:12

Contrasts with Isaiah 17:7’s acknowledgment of God’s work by illustrating people thinking God does not see their acts.

Ezekiel 8:12: Then said he unto me, Son of man, hast thou seen what the ancients of the house of Israel do in the dark, every man in the chambers of his imagery? for they say, The LORD seeth us not; the LORD hath forsaken the earth.

Contradiction with Hosea 4:1

Contradicts Isaiah 17:7 by portraying a lack of truth, mercy, and knowledge of God among the people, unlike the expected recognition in Isaiah.

Hosea 4:1: Hear the word of the LORD, ye children of Israel: for the LORD hath a controversy with the inhabitants of the land, because [there is] no truth, nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the land.
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.