Contradiction with 2 Kings 20:19
This verse contradicts Isaiah 39:7 by showing King Hezekiah's acceptance and resignation rather than expressing concern over his descendants being taken away.
2 Kings 20:19: Then said Hezekiah unto Isaiah, Good [is] the word of the LORD which thou hast spoken. And he said, [Is it] not [good], if peace and truth be in my days? [Is it...: or, Shall there not be peace and truth, etc]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse contradicts Isaiah 39:7 by expressing a future of hope and prosperity rather than the captivity and servitude mentioned in Isaiah.
Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]
Contradiction with Isaiah 44:1-2
These verses contradict Isaiah 39:7 by offering reassurance of God's support and protection to Israel and Jacob rather than predicting their enslavement.
Isaiah 44:1-2: Yet now hear, O Jacob my servant; and Israel, whom I have chosen:
Contradiction with Genesis 22:17-18
These verses contradict Isaiah 39:7 by promising Abraham's descendants blessings and victory over their enemies, contrasting the captivity foreseen in Isaiah.
Genesis 22:17-18: That in blessing I will bless thee, and in multiplying I will multiply thy seed as the stars of the heaven, and as the sand which [is] upon the sea shore; and thy seed shall possess the gate of his enemies; [shore: Heb. lip]
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:13
This verse contradicts Isaiah 39:7 by promising peace and divine instruction for the children rather than their capture and subjugation.
Isaiah 54:13: And all thy children [shall be] taught of the LORD; and great [shall be] the peace of thy children.
Paradox #1
Isaiah 39:7 predicts that some of the descendants of the king of Judah will be taken away to serve as eunuchs in the palace of the king of Babylon. A contradiction or inconsistency could be that there is no specific historical record that directly confirms Judahite royal descendants became eunuchs in Babylon. Historical records from that period are sparse, and specific roles like being a eunuch might not have been distinctly noted, contributing to the perceived inconsistency.
Paradox #2
This verse might be seen as a contradiction because it touches on the idea of the descendants suffering for the actions of previous generations. This can raise questions about fairness and justice, as it seems inconsistent with the notion of individuals being responsible for their own actions and being judged accordingly.