Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 51:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 51:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 51:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is reminding us that He made everything, like the sky and the ground, and we shouldn't be scared of people who try to hurt us, because God is more powerful. It's like remembering that your parent who loves you is always stronger than the monsters you imagine.

Isaiah 51:13: And forgettest the LORD thy maker, that hath stretched forth the heavens, and laid the foundations of the earth; and hast feared continually every day because of the fury of the oppressor, as if he were ready to destroy? and where [is] the fury of the oppressor? [were...: or, made himself ready]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6

This verse reassures that God will always be with His people and they should not fear, while Isaiah 51:13 suggests forgetting God's presence due to fear.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Psalm 23:4

This verse expresses fearlessness even in the darkest times because of God's presence, contrasting with Isaiah 51:13, where people fear continually every day.

Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Contradiction with Matthew 14:31

Here, Jesus chides Peter for his doubt and fear despite God's presence, akin to the forgetfulness described in Isaiah 51:13.

Matthew 14:31: And immediately Jesus stretched forth [his] hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse states God gave a spirit of power, love, and sound mind, not fear, which contrasts with the fear mentioned in Isaiah 51:13.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5-6

This verse assures that God will never leave nor forsake His people, leading to confidence that contradicts the fear and forgetfulness described in Isaiah 51:13.

Hebrews 13:5-6: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Isaiah 51:13 might arise from the struggle to trust in God's power and comfort while fearing human threats or circumstances. It highlights the tension between faith in divine protection and reliance on worldly security, which can challenge one's beliefs and actions.

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