Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 50:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 50:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 50:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God will help me, so no one can say I did something wrong that matters. People who try to judge me will become weak and go away, like old clothes that moths eat.

Isaiah 50:9: Behold, the Lord GOD will help me; who [is] he [that] shall condemn me? lo, they all shall wax old as a garment; the moth shall eat them up.

Contradiction with Romans 8:33

This verse suggests that no one can bring a charge against God's elect, while Isaiah 50:9 suggests that there is a potential for being condemned but God will help.

Romans 8:33: Who shall lay any thing to the charge of God's elect? [It is] God that justifieth.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:6

This verse expresses confidence that the Lord is a helper and therefore there is nothing to fear, aligning similarly with Isaiah 50:9 but suggesting less of a need for vindication.

Hebrews 13:6: So that we may boldly say, The Lord [is] my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.

Contradiction with 1 John 3:20

This verse acknowledges that God is greater than our hearts and knows everything, implying assurance in contrast to the anticipation of accusations in Isaiah 50:9.

1 John 3:20: For if our heart condemn us, God is greater than our heart, and knoweth all things.

Contradiction with Psalm 118:6

This verse proclaims that the LORD is on one's side and one should not fear what man can do, somewhat lessening the concern about condemnation seen in Isaiah 50:9.

Psalm 118:6: The LORD [is] on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me? [on...: Heb. for me]

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

This verse emphasizes that many plans exist in a person's heart, but the LORD’s purpose prevails, offering a broad assurance in contrast to the focused context of addressing accusations in Isaiah 50:9.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.
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