Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 31:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 31:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 31:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is like a brave lion that doesn't run away when lots of shepherds try to scare it. Just like the lion stays strong, God will also come to protect His special place and people without being afraid.

Isaiah 31:4: For thus hath the LORD spoken unto me, Like as the lion and the young lion roaring on his prey, when a multitude of shepherds is called forth against him, [he] will not be afraid of their voice, nor abase himself for the noise of them: so shall the LORD of hosts come down to fight for mount Zion, and for the hill thereof. [noise: or, multitude]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse encourages loving and praying for enemies, contrasting with the assertive and protective imagery of a lion in Isaiah 31:4.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

Advises a soft answer to turn away wrath, which contradicts the fierce and unwavering stance depicted in Isaiah 31:4.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Instructs not to take vengeance, which contrasts with the assertive defense shown in Isaiah 31:4.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with James 1:20

States that human anger does not produce righteousness, differing from the mighty and fierce protection in Isaiah 31:4.

James 1:20: For the wrath of man worketh not the righteousness of God.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Encourages not to repay evil for evil, which contrasts with the image of unwavering power in Isaiah 31:4.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
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