Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 38:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 38:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 38:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, this verse means that he felt sad because he thought he wouldn't be able to see God or other people anymore while he was alive. He was worried about not being able to be with everyone he loved.

Isaiah 38:11: I said, I shall not see the LORD, [even] the LORD, in the land of the living: I shall behold man no more with the inhabitants of the world.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:6

Unlike Isaiah 38:11, which expresses a perception of being cut off from the presence of the Lord, Psalm 23:6 speaks of dwelling in the house of the Lord forever, highlighting ongoing divine presence.

Psalm 23:6: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever. [for ever: Heb. to length of days]

Contradiction with John 14:2-3

Contradicts Isaiah 38:11 by promising believers they will be with Christ in the abode prepared for them, whereas Isaiah expresses a sense of absence from the Lord.

John 14:2-3: In my Father's house are many mansions: if [it were] not [so], I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 5:8

Expresses the belief in being present with the Lord after death, contrary to Isaiah 38:11, which implies being deprived of the Lord’s presence.

2 Corinthians 5:8: We are confident, [I say], and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.

Contradiction with Revelation 21:3

Where Isaiah 38:11 speaks of losing connection with God, this verse describes God dwelling with humanity, his presence perpetually among them.

Revelation 21:3: And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God [is] with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, [and be] their God.
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