Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 19:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 19:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 19:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Isaiah, this verse means that Egypt will have no jobs or work for anyone, whether they are important leaders or regular people. Everyone in Egypt will face hard times and not know what to do.

Isaiah 19:15: Neither shall there be [any] work for Egypt, which the head or tail, branch or rush, may do.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:13

Isaiah 19:15 speaks of a lack of ability and resources in Egypt, while Philippians 4:13 empowers the believer with strength through Christ to do all things.

Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:3

Isaiah 19:15 depicts futility and helplessness, contrary to Proverbs 16:3, which promises establishment of thoughts when one commits their works to the Lord.

Proverbs 16:3: Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. [Commit: Heb. Roll]

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5-6

Isaiah 19:15 describes a state of hopelessness, whereas Hebrews 13:5-6 assures believers of God’s presence and help, negating fear and helplessness.

Hebrews 13:5-6: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Isaiah 19:15 highlights a paralyzed condition, in contrast to Joshua 1:9, which encourages strength and courage through God's presence.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

Isaiah 19:15 describes inability, whereas Psalm 46:1 presents God as an ever-present help in trouble, implying ability and resource.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Matthew 19:26

Isaiah 19:15 suggests incapability and no viable solutions, whereas Matthew 19:26 stresses that all things are possible with God.

Matthew 19:26: But Jesus beheld [them], and said unto them, With men this is impossible; but with God all things are possible.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:29

Isaiah 19:15 depicts a powerlessness, contradicted by Isaiah 40:29, which states that God gives power to the faint and increases strength.

Isaiah 40:29: He giveth power to the faint; and to [them that have] no might he increaseth strength.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9

Isaiah 19:15 shows a lack of action or success, whereas 2 Corinthians 12:9 emphasizes God's grace as sufficient, perfect in weakness.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
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