Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 3:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 3:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 3:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, Jerusalem and Judah are in big trouble because the people have been saying and doing things that make God unhappy. They have not listened to God, and that has caused a lot of problems.

Isaiah 3:8: For Jerusalem is ruined, and Judah is fallen: because their tongue and their doings [are] against the LORD, to provoke the eyes of his glory.

Contradiction with Isaiah 60:10

While Isaiah 3:8 highlights Jerusalem's fall due to sin, this verse speaks of its future glory and restoration with help from foreigners.

Isaiah 60:10: And the sons of strangers shall build up thy walls, and their kings shall minister unto thee: for in my wrath I smote thee, but in my favour have I had mercy on thee.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 33:16

This verse describes a time when Jerusalem will be safe and peaceful, contrasting the destruction mentioned in Isaiah 3:8.

Jeremiah 33:16: In those days shall Judah be saved, and Jerusalem shall dwell safely: and this [is the name] wherewith she shall be called, The LORD our righteousness. [The LORD...: Heb. Jehovahtsidkenu]

Contradiction with Zechariah 8:3

Here, God promises to return to Zion and dwell in Jerusalem, making it a city of truth, in opposition to the downfall predicted in Isaiah 3:8.

Zechariah 8:3: Thus saith the LORD; I am returned unto Zion, and will dwell in the midst of Jerusalem: and Jerusalem shall be called a city of truth; and the mountain of the LORD of hosts the holy mountain.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:5

This verse suggests that God is in the midst of Jerusalem and it will not fall, contradicting the calamity in Isaiah 3:8.

Psalm 46:5: God [is] in the midst of her; she shall not be moved: God shall help her, [and that] right early. [and...: Heb. when the morning appeareth]

Contradiction with Isaiah 62:7

The passage insists on the importance of not holding peace until Jerusalem is established and praised in the earth, contrasting its current downfall as stated in Isaiah 3:8.

Isaiah 62:7: And give him no rest, till he establish, and till he make Jerusalem a praise in the earth. [rest: Heb. silence]
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