Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 26:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 26:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 26:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, when people were in trouble and felt God was correcting them, they turned to Him and prayed, sharing their secret thoughts and asking for help. Christians believe this shows that God listens when we are honest with Him and seek His guidance, especially during hard times.

Isaiah 26:16: LORD, in trouble have they visited thee, they poured out a prayer [when] thy chastening [was] upon them. [prayer: Heb. secret speech]

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse emphasizes asking in faith without wavering, while Isaiah 26:16 implies prayer during distress.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Mark 11:24

This verse stresses believing that one has already received what they pray for, contrasting with the aspect of praying under suffering.

Mark 11:24: Therefore I say unto you, What things soever ye desire, when ye pray, believe that ye receive [them], and ye shall have [them].

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

This verse encourages rejoicing, praying continually, and giving thanks in all circumstances, contrary to the distress-based prayer in Isaiah 26:16.

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18: Rejoice evermore.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

This verse advises not to be anxious about anything, in contradiction to the sense of affliction during prayer in Isaiah 26:16.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:7

This verse warns against using many words or vain repetitions, which contrasts with the earnest pleading suggested in Isaiah 26:16.

Matthew 6:7: But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen [do]: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.
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