Contradiction with Psalm 33:16-17
These verses state that a king is not saved by a large army, nor is a warrior delivered by great strength, which contradicts the reliance on human power implied in Isaiah 31:3.
Psalm 33:16-17: There is no king saved by the multitude of an host: a mighty man is not delivered by much strength.
Contradiction with Psalm 146:3
This verse warns against trusting in princes or human beings for salvation, directly contradicting reliance on human power in Isaiah 31:3.
Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse curses those who trust in man and make flesh their strength, contradicting the emphasis on human help and power in Isaiah 31:3.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict in Isaiah 31:3 could be seen in relying on human strength and resources instead of divine guidance and support. It suggests that depending solely on worldly power can lead to failure, while faith in higher support is seen as the true path. This could conflict with the idea that human effort and practical solutions are valuable and necessary in life.