Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 35:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 35:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 35:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God wants us to help people who feel tired and weak. We should encourage them and make them feel strong again.

Isaiah 35:3: Strengthen ye the weak hands, and confirm the feeble knees.

Contradiction with Matthew 26:41

This verse advises to watch and pray, instead of directly exhorting to "strengthen" as in Isaiah 35:3.

Matthew 26:41: He went away again the second time, and prayed, saying, O my Father, if this cup may not pass away from me, except I drink it, thy will be done.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9-10

These verses highlight finding strength in weakness, contrary to the idea of strengthening weak hands suggested in Isaiah 35:3.

2 Corinthians 12:9-10: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 48:10

This verse pronounces a curse on those who do the Lord's work negligently, not aligning with the encouragement and support in Isaiah 35:3.

Jeremiah 48:10: Cursed [be] he that doeth the work of the LORD deceitfully, and cursed [be] he that keepeth back his sword from blood. [deceitfully: or, negligently]

Contradiction with Lamentations 1:14

This verse describes a yoke being bound and strength failing, contrasting with the notion of strengthening weak hands in Isaiah 35:3.

Lamentations 1:14: The yoke of my transgressions is bound by his hand: they are wreathed, [and] come up upon my neck: he hath made my strength to fall, the Lord hath delivered me into [their] hands, [from whom] I am not able to rise up.

Contradiction with Hebrews 12:13

Instead of focusing directly on strengthening the weak or feeble-minded as in Isaiah 35:3, this verse talks about making paths straight.

Hebrews 12:13: And make straight paths for your feet, lest that which is lame be turned out of the way; but let it rather be healed. [straight: or, even]
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