Contradiction with Matthew 5:17
Contradicts by suggesting the continuity and fulfillment of the Law, whereas Isaiah 1:12 implies disapproval of ritualistic observance.
Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.
Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:22
Contradicts by emphasizing obedience over sacrifice, similar to Isaiah 1:12's critique of empty rituals.
1 Samuel 15:22: And Samuel said, Hath the LORD [as great] delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices, as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey [is] better than sacrifice, [and] to hearken than the fat of rams.
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
Highlights God's preference for mercy over sacrifice, paralleling Isaiah 1:12's message but showing a different divine priority.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Micah 6:6-8
Contradicts by focusing on justice and humility rather than ritual sacrifices mentioned in Isaiah 1:12.
Micah 6:6-8: Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, [and] bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? [of a...: Heb. sons of a year?]
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-23
Contradicts by expressing disdain for empty religious ceremonies, reflecting Isaiah 1:12's sentiment but implying different divine expectations.
Amos 5:21-23: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Contradiction with Psalm 51:16-17
Highlighting God's preference for a contrite heart over burnt offerings, showing an alternative to the rituals criticized in Isaiah 1:12.
Psalm 51:16-17: For thou desirest not sacrifice; else would I give [it]: thou delightest not in burnt offering. [else...: or, that I should]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in this verse might arise from the idea that religious rituals and sacrifices are being performed without genuine sincerity or moral behavior. The conflict could be between following religious practices outwardly and truly living by the ethical principles they are meant to represent.