Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 42:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 42:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 42:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, Christians believe that everyone should praise God and tell others how great He is, even if they live far away on islands. It's like telling everyone how awesome and wonderful God is, no matter where they are.

Isaiah 42:12: Let them give glory unto the LORD, and declare his praise in the islands.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:5

This verse speaks of God being jealous and punishing, in contrast to Isaiah 42:12, which emphasizes giving praise and glory to God.

Exodus 20:5: Thou shalt not bow down thyself to them, nor serve them: for I the LORD thy God [am] a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children unto the third and fourth [generation] of them that hate me;

Contradiction with Matthew 6:1

This verse warns against doing deeds to be seen by others, contrasting with the public declaration of God's praise in Isaiah 42:12.

Matthew 6:1: Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven. [alms: or, righteousness] [of your: or, with your]

Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8

While Isaiah 42:12 calls for giving glory to God, Isaiah 42:8 states God will not give His glory to another, creating tension in the understanding of sharing God's glory.

Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
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