Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 34:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 34:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 34:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Isaiah, God has decided to give a special place to His people, and they will live there forever, passing it down through their families. This means they will always have a safe home given by God.

Isaiah 34:17: And he hath cast the lot for them, and his hand hath divided it unto them by line: they shall possess it for ever, from generation to generation shall they dwell therein.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Contradicts Isaiah 34:17 by emphasizing a future of peace and hope, whereas Isaiah 34:17 portrays ruin and desolation.

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 1 Corinthians 14:33

Suggests God is a God of peace, contradicting the chaotic and destructive tone in Isaiah 34:17.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]

Contradiction with Psalm 136:1

Highlights God's enduring mercy, conflicting with the judgment in Isaiah 34:17.

Psalm 136:1: O give thanks unto the LORD; for [he is] good: for his mercy [endureth] for ever.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:9

Encourages peacemakers and contrasts the imagery of divine wrath in Isaiah 34:17.

Matthew 5:9: Blessed [are] the peacemakers: for they shall be called the children of God.

Contradiction with Romans 15:13

Speaks of hope and joy, opposed to the message of desolation in Isaiah 34:17.

Romans 15:13: Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
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