Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 36:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 36:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 36:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, this verse means that trusting in something weak or unreliable, like Egypt's chariots and horses, is not a good idea because they won't really help you. It's like when you should choose to trust in something strong and dependable instead.

Isaiah 36:9: How then wilt thou turn away the face of one captain of the least of my master's servants, and put thy trust on Egypt for chariots and for horsemen?

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse emphasizes trust in the Lord, contrasting with reliance on human military power suggested in Isaiah 36:9.

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

Contradiction with Psalm 20:7

This verse mentions that some trust in chariots and horses but suggests that trust should be in the name of the Lord, which is contradictory to the reliance on military strength implied in Isaiah 36:9.

Psalm 20:7: Some [trust] in chariots, and some in horses: but we will remember the name of the LORD our God.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

This verse indicates that trust in man brings a curse, while Isaiah 36:9 discusses reliance on human power, presenting a contradiction regarding sources of strength.

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 Psalm 146:3

This verse warns against putting trust in princes or mortal men, whereas Isaiah 36:9 implies putting trust in military alliances or leaders, showing a contradiction.

Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]
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