Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:23
Emphasizes obedience to God's voice, contrasting with the rebellion described in Isaiah 30:9.
Jeremiah 7:23: But this thing commanded I them, saying, Obey my voice, and I will be your God, and ye shall be my people: and walk ye in all the ways that I have commanded you, that it may be well unto you.
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:1
Advises adherence to God's law, opposing the disobedience highlighted in Isaiah 30:9.
Proverbs 3:1: My son, forget not my law; but let thine heart keep my commandments:
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Urges submission to authorities and indirectly to God's order, contradicting the rebellious nature in Isaiah 30:9.
Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:17
Encourages obeying spiritual leaders, which is contrary to the defiance stated in Isaiah 30:9.
Hebrews 13:17: Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that [is] unprofitable for you. [have...: or, guide]
Contradiction with James 1:22
Exhorts being doers of the word and not hearers only, opposite to the refusal to heed God's word in Isaiah 30:9.
James 1:22: But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.
Paradox #1
Isaiah 30:9 points out how people are rebellious and unwilling to listen to God's instructions. A possible contradiction could be seen in the idea that God’s chosen people are often portrayed as disobedient, which might conflict with the expectation that chosen people would naturally follow God's guidance. This reveals a tension between divine selection and human free will or fallibility.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in this verse could be seen in the tension between people wanting to hear only positive messages that align with their desires and the need for honesty and truth, even if it's uncomfortable. This can create a conflict between seeking comfort and acknowledging what's true and necessary for growth and betterment.