Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 30:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 30:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 30:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, this verse means that when something is broken, it is shattered into tiny pieces that can't be used anymore. It's like when a clay pot breaks and there are no big pieces left to use to carry water or hold fire.

Isaiah 30:14: And he shall break it as the breaking of the potters' vessel that is broken in pieces; he shall not spare: so that there shall not be found in the bursting of it a sherd to take fire from the hearth, or to take water [withal] out of the pit. [the potters'...: Heb. the bottle of potters]

Contradiction with Isaiah 30:18

While Isaiah 30:14 discusses breaking and destruction, Isaiah 30:18 speaks of the Lord’s grace and mercy, focusing on patience and compassion rather than judgment and ruin.

Isaiah 30:18: And therefore will the LORD wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: for the LORD [is] a God of judgment: blessed [are] all they that wait for him.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

This verse presents God as a refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble, which contrasts with the theme of breaking and destruction in Isaiah 30:14.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Offers a promise of peace and hope for the future, contrasting the hopelessness and destruction in Isaiah 30:14.

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 Romans 8:28

Expresses that all things work together for good to those who love God, contrary to the theme of loss and ruin in Isaiah 30:14.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Invites the weary to find rest in Christ, contrasting the shattering and strife in Isaiah 30:14.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with John 10:10

Describes Jesus bringing life abundantly, as opposed to the imagery of destruction in Isaiah 30:14.

John 10:10: The thief cometh not, but for to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: I am come that they might have life, and that they might have [it] more abundantly.
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