Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 41:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 41:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 41:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God promises to help people who are thirsty and in need, saying He will always listen to them and never leave them alone. This means God cares for everyone and wants to take care of those who are struggling.

Isaiah 41:17: [When] the poor and needy seek water, and [there is] none, [and] their tongue faileth for thirst, I the LORD will hear them, I the God of Israel will not forsake them.

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:23

This verse suggests that there is much food in the tillage of the poor, contradicting the notion of the poor being in need and thirst as depicted in Isaiah 41:17.

Proverbs 13:23: Much food [is in] the tillage of the poor: but there is [that is] destroyed for want of judgment.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:3

This verse states that the poor in spirit are blessed, implying spiritual richness even among the poor, which contrasts with the desperate need described in Isaiah 41:17.

Matthew 5:3: Blessed [are] the poor in spirit: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with Luke 6:20

This verse declares the blessing of the poor and promises them the kingdom of God, whereas Isaiah 41:17 emphasizes their dire need and lack.

Luke 6:20: And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed [be ye] poor: for yours is the kingdom of God.

Contradiction with James 2:5

This verse indicates that God has chosen the poor to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom, contrasting the distress of the poor in Isaiah 41:17.

James 2:5: Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? [of the: or, of that]
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