Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 20:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 20:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 20:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, this verse tells us about a time when a powerful leader sent his army to a city named Ashdod, and they took control of it. It helps us understand how strong countries would sometimes fight to take over cities a long time ago.

Isaiah 20:1: In the year that Tartan came unto Ashdod, (when Sargon the king of Assyria sent him,) and fought against Ashdod, and took it;

Contradiction with Amos 3:7

This verse states that God reveals His plans to prophets, contradicting Isaiah 20 where God acts through Isaiah without a prior revelation of the purpose.

Amos 3:7: Surely the Lord GOD will do nothing, but he revealeth his secret unto his servants the prophets.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse assures a future and a hope, whereas Isaiah 20 depicts a sign of impending doom carried by Assyria.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:8

Suggests God's nature is unchanging, while Isaiah 20:1 shows God using Assyria as an agent of change and judgment.

Hebrews 13:8: Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and for ever.
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