Contradiction with Matthew 6:31
This verse, which advises not to worry about what to eat or drink, contrasts with Isaiah 37:31, which emphasizes taking root downward and bearing fruit upward as a proactive approach.
Matthew 6:31: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
Contradiction with Matthew 5:3
The verse highlights the blessedness of the "poor in spirit," which seems at odds with the notion of taking root and flourishing, as suggested by Isaiah 37:31.
Matthew 5:3: Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse warns against trusting in man and implies a lack of prosperity for those who do, contrasting with the promise of flourishing in Isaiah 37:31.
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 Matthew 5:5
This verse says the meek shall inherit the earth, focusing on humility and patience, which seems contrary to the active rooting and fruit-bearing described in Isaiah 37:31.
Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:2
The declaration that "all is vanity" contradicts the idea of thriving and fruitfulness as a meaningful pursuit in Isaiah 37:31.
Ecclesiastes 1:2: Vanity of vanities, saith the Preacher, vanity of vanities; all [is] vanity.
Contradiction with Luke 12:20
The parable of the rich fool, which warns about earthly gains, stands in opposition to the growth imagery of taking root and bearing fruit in Isaiah 37:31.
Luke 12:20: But God said unto him, [Thou] fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided? [thy...: Gr. do they require thy soul]