Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 36:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 36:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 36:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Isaiah, trusting in Egypt is like leaning on a broken stick that can hurt you, just like relying on Pharaoh, the king of Egypt, will end up causing problems. Instead of asking for Egypt's help, people should trust in God.

Isaiah 36:6: Lo, thou trustest in the staff of this broken reed, on Egypt; whereon if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it: so [is] Pharaoh king of Egypt to all that trust in him.

Contradiction with Psalm 118:8

This verse emphasizes trusting in the Lord rather than in human power, while Isaiah 36:6 critiques reliance on Egypt rather than God.

Psalm 118:8: [It is] better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse calls for trust in the Lord with all your heart and not relying on your own understanding, contradicting Isaiah 36:6's underlying message of misplaced trust.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse pronounces a curse on those who trust in man, which aligns with the critique in Isaiah 36:6 but contrasts by warning of direct divine disfavor.

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.

Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 32:7-8

These verses promote trust in God's deliverance, opposing the criticism of seeking support from Egypt as in Isaiah 36:6.

2 Chronicles 32:7-8: Be strong and courageous, be not afraid nor dismayed for the king of Assyria, nor for all the multitude that [is] with him: for [there be] more with us than with him:

Paradox #1

Isaiah 36:6 describes Egypt as an unreliable ally, like a broken reed. The contradiction arises because other parts of the Bible depict different views about relying on Egypt. For instance, some passages suggest forming alliances with Egypt for protection. This inconsistency highlights differing perspectives within the Bible about political alliances and trust.

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