Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 51:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 51:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 51:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is saying that He is the one who comforts us and we do not need to be scared of people because they are just humans who won't last forever. This means we can trust God to take care of us and help us feel better when we are worried.

Isaiah 51:12: I, [even] I, [am] he that comforteth you: who [art] thou, that thou shouldest be afraid of a man [that] shall die, and of the son of man [which] shall be made [as] grass;

Contradiction with Exodus 3:14

In Exodus 3:14, God emphasizes His eternal and unchanging nature, saying "I AM THAT I AM," while Isaiah 51:12 shows a personal, comforting side of God, making it seem less about His unchanging nature.

Exodus 3:14: And God said unto Moses, I AM THAT I AM: and he said, Thus shalt thou say unto the children of Israel, I AM hath sent me unto you.

Contradiction with Hebrews 4:13

Hebrews 4:13 describes God's ability to see and know everything, implying a powerful and all-encompassing presence, which contrasts the intimate and comforting focus of Isaiah 51:12.

Hebrews 4:13: Neither is there any creature that is not manifest in his sight: but all things [are] naked and opened unto the eyes of him with whom we have to do.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:24

Describes God as a "consuming fire" and a jealous God, emphasizing His wrath and power, which seems to contradict the tender comfort expressed in Isaiah 51:12.

Deuteronomy 4:24: For the LORD thy God [is] a consuming fire, [even] a jealous God.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 15:29

States that God does not change His mind like humans do, highlighting His immutability and strength, juxtaposed with the warmth in Isaiah 51:12.

1 Samuel 15:29: And also the Strength of Israel will not lie nor repent: for he [is] not a man, that he should repent. [Strength: or, Eternity, or, Victory]

Contradiction with Nahum 1:2

Depicts God as a jealous and avenging deity, stressing His power and wrath over comfort, differing from the message in Isaiah 51:12.

Nahum 1:2: God [is] jealous, and the LORD revengeth; the LORD revengeth, and [is] furious; the LORD will take vengeance on his adversaries, and he reserveth [wrath] for his enemies. [God...: or, The LORD is a jealous God, and a revenger, etc] [is furious: Heb. that hath fury]

Contradiction with Romans 11:22

Talks about the severity and goodness of God, which while it acknowledges God's kindness, also emphasizes severity, unlike the singular aspect of comfort highlighted in Isaiah 51:12.

Romans 11:22: Behold therefore the goodness and severity of God: on them which fell, severity; but toward thee, goodness, if thou continue in [his] goodness: otherwise thou also shalt be cut off.
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