Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 40:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 40:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 40:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is like a kind and gentle shepherd who takes care of his people just like a shepherd cares for his sheep. He holds them close and guides them safely, especially when they need extra help.

Isaiah 40:11: He shall feed his flock like a shepherd: he shall gather the lambs with his arm, and carry [them] in his bosom, [and] shall gently lead those that are with young. [that...: or, that give suck]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 34:2-3

These verses criticize the shepherds of Israel for neglecting and exploiting the flock, contradicting Isaiah 40:11 which presents a shepherd caring for and gently leading the flock.

Ezekiel 34:2-3: Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel, prophesy, and say unto them, Thus saith the Lord GOD unto the shepherds; Woe [be] to the shepherds of Israel that do feed themselves! should not the shepherds feed the flocks?

Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:1-2

These verses predict woe to the shepherds who destroy and scatter the sheep, contrasting with Isaiah 40:11 which describes a shepherd gathering and tending to the sheep with care.

Jeremiah 23:1-2: Woe be unto the pastors that destroy and scatter the sheep of my pasture! saith the LORD.

Contradiction with Zechariah 11:16

This verse describes a worthless shepherd who does not care for or heal the sheep, contradicting the nurturing and protective nature of the shepherd in Isaiah 40:11.

Zechariah 11:16: For, lo, I will raise up a shepherd in the land, [which] shall not visit those that be cut off, neither shall seek the young one, nor heal that that is broken, nor feed that that standeth still: but he shall eat the flesh of the fat, and tear their claws in pieces. [cut off: or, hidden] [feed: or, bear]
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