Contradiction with Isaiah 2:4
Contradicts because it speaks of nations learning war no more and beating swords into plowshares, promoting peace rather than conflict.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:9
Contradicts by advocating that the peacemakers are blessed, opposing nation rising against nation.
Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.
Contradiction with Romans 12:18
Contradicts by urging to live peaceably with all men, contrasting with internal conflict.
Romans 12:18: If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.
Contradiction with James 3:18
Contradicts by highlighting that the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace, opposing the call for internal strife.
James 3:18: And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:11
Contradicts by instructing to seek peace and pursue it, instead of promoting discord.
1 Peter 3:11: Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Isaiah 19:2 could stem from its prediction of civil unrest or conflict within Egypt, which may not align with historical records. In some cases, historical events don't match the timing or occurrence of predicted events in ancient texts, leading to debates among scholars regarding accuracy and interpretation.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Isaiah 19:2 could be the idea of people being encouraged or allowed to fight against their own kin and neighbors, which seems to go against other biblical teachings of love, peace, and unity. This suggests a conflict between promoting aggression and the message of loving and caring for one another.