Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Isaiah 41:12 implies a victory over adversaries, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and pray for enemies, promoting a more reconciliatory approach.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:20
Isaiah 41:12 envisions finding and defeating adversaries, whereas Romans 12:20 encourages feeding and caring for enemies instead of seeking revenge.
Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.
Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17
Isaiah 41:12 emphasizes not finding adversaries, whereas Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when an enemy falls, contradicting a desire for triumph over them.
Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Isaiah 41:12 suggests overcoming adversaries, but 1 Peter 3:9 instructs not to repay evil with evil, highlighting forgiveness over victory.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27
Isaiah 41:12 focuses on the absence of adversaries, while Luke 6:27 calls for love towards enemies, fostering peace rather than animosity.
Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
The verse suggests triumph over adversaries, which might seem contradictory to teachings of love and forgiveness. This could create a tension between the idea of overcoming enemies and the call to love them.