Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 39:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 39:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 39:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God wants Hezekiah to listen carefully to an important message. It's like when a parent tells you to pay attention because they have something very important to say.

Isaiah 39:5: Then said Isaiah to Hezekiah, Hear the word of the LORD of hosts:

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

Isaiah 39:5 predicts a certain event, while this verse teaches that the LORD's counsel is what ultimately prevails.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with Jonah 3:10

Isaiah 39:5 suggests a forthcoming judgment by God, whereas this verse shows God's willingness to change his mind based on repentance.

Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.

Contradiction with Exodus 32:14

In contrast to the impending judgment in Isaiah 39:5, this verse describes how God changed his intended action after Moses' intercession.

Exodus 32:14: And the LORD repented of the evil which he thought to do unto his people.

Contradiction with Habakkuk 2:3

Isaiah 39:5 suggests an imminent prophecy, but this verse emphasizes that the fulfillment of visions and prophecies can be delayed according to God's timing.

Habakkuk 2:3: For the vision [is] yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry.

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

Isaiah 39:5 seems certain about future events, but this passage advises against making presumptive statements about the future without acknowledging God's will.

James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:
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