Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 33:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 33:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 33:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, the earth is very sad and tired because beautiful places like Lebanon, Sharon, Bashan, and Carmel are not doing well and have lost their fruit and beauty. This can help us understand that when we don't take care of places, they can become weak and not as lovely as they used to be.

Isaiah 33:9: The earth mourneth [and] languisheth: Lebanon is ashamed [and] hewn down: Sharon is like a wilderness; and Bashan and Carmel shake off [their fruits]. [hewn...: or, withered away]

Contradiction with Genesis 1:31

While Isaiah 33:9 describes a scene of desolation and mourning, Genesis 1:31 describes everything as very good, portraying a harmonious and fruitful creation.

Genesis 1:31: And God saw every thing that he had made, and, behold, [it was] very good. And the evening and the morning were the sixth day. [And the evening...: Heb. And the evening was, and the morning was etc.]

Contradiction with Psalm 23:2

In contrast to the mourning and languishing lands in Isaiah 33:9, Psalm 23:2 speaks of green pastures and still waters, symbolizing peace and abundance.

Psalm 23:2: He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. [green...: Heb. pastures of tender grass] [still...: Heb. waters of quietness]

Contradiction with Isaiah 35:1

Contradicting the barrenness in Isaiah 33:9, Isaiah 35:1 depicts the wilderness and desert rejoicing and flourishing with growth and beauty.

Isaiah 35:1: The wilderness and the solitary place shall be glad for them; and the desert shall rejoice, and blossom as the rose.

Contradiction with Joel 2:21-22

Whereas Isaiah 33:9 speaks of destruction and withering, Joel 2:21-22 highlights joy and productivity, encouraging the land and animals to be glad for the abundance.

Joel 2:21-22: Fear not, O land; be glad and rejoice: for the LORD will do great things. [will...: Heb. hath magnified to do]

Contradiction with Revelation 22:1-2

This passage offers an image of healing and continual fruitfulness, opposing the desolation and mourning found in Isaiah 33:9.

Revelation 22:1-2: And he shewed me a pure river of water of life, clear as crystal, proceeding out of the throne of God and of the Lamb.
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