Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 27:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 27:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 27:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, when the branches are dry, people break and burn them because they don't understand what they are meant for. Those who don't use their understanding may not receive kindness from God.

Isaiah 27:11: When the boughs thereof are withered, they shall be broken off: the women come, [and] set them on fire: for it [is] a people of no understanding: therefore he that made them will not have mercy on them, and he that formed them will shew them no favour.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

This verse emphasizes that God has no pleasure in the death of anyone, contradicting the notion in Isaiah 27:11 of people being devoid of understanding and showing no consideration for compassion.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

Here, God is depicted as patient and not wanting anyone to perish, which opposes the lack of mercy implied in Isaiah 27:11.

2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:7

This verse promotes mercy and aligns with the character of God being merciful, contrasting Isaiah 27:11's implication of wrath upon those who lack understanding.

Matthew 5:7: Blessed [are] the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11

It states that God takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, which seems at odds with the judgmental tone found in Isaiah 27:11.

Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?

Contradiction with Psalm 103:8

The verse describes the Lord as merciful and gracious, which could be seen as contradicting the harsher implications in Isaiah 27:11.

Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]

Paradox #1

Isaiah 27:11 might raise questions about the justice or fairness of punishing people who lack understanding or awareness. Some might see a conflict between mercy and judgment, as it could seem unfair to hold people accountable if they do not fully understand their actions. This could lead to a debate on the balance between divine justice and compassion.

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