Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 46:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 46:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 46:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, this verse tells us that false gods or idols cannot help people or carry their problems. Instead, both the idols and those who trust them end up in trouble.

Isaiah 46:2: They stoop, they bow down together; they could not deliver the burden, but themselves are gone into captivity. [themselves: Heb. their soul]

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:29

While Isaiah 46:2 speaks of the burdened idols unable to deliver, Isaiah 40:29 emphasizes God's strength given to the weary.

Isaiah 40:29: He giveth power to the faint; and to [them that have] no might he increaseth strength.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Isaiah 46:2 describes idols unable to relieve burdens, whereas Matthew 11:28 invites the weary to find rest in Jesus.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Psalm 55:22

The contrast is in casting burdens on the Lord versus idols failing to ease burdens in Isaiah 46:2.

Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse offers God's reassurance, opposing the impotence of idols noted in Isaiah 46:2.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

It encourages casting care upon God for He cares, conflicting with idols in Isaiah 46:2 that cannot help.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Highlights trust in the Lord over man-made idols, which falter as seen in Isaiah 46:2.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
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