Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 51:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 51:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 51:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is telling His people to listen carefully because He will give them new rules to follow, which will guide them like a bright light showing the right way.

Isaiah 51:4: Hearken unto me, my people; and give ear unto me, O my nation: for a law shall proceed from me, and I will make my judgment to rest for a light of the people.

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:5

This verse implies that understanding justice is possible for those who seek the Lord, suggesting that divine guidance is available to all, contrasting with the directive focus on the law and judgment for a particular group in Isaiah 51:4.

Proverbs 28:5: Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all [things].

Contradiction with Romans 2:14-15

These verses show that Gentiles, who do not have the law, can naturally follow the law's requirements, contradicting Isaiah 51:4's emphasis on the law being directed specifically to a group.

Romans 2:14-15: For when the Gentiles, which have not the law, do by nature the things contained in the law, these, having not the law, are a law unto themselves:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:17

This verse suggests that Jesus came to fulfill the law, implying a sort of universality and fulfillment beyond what is highlighted in Isaiah 51:4.

Matthew 5:17: Think not that I am come to destroy the law, or the prophets: I am not come to destroy, but to fulfil.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

Here, Peter declares that God does not show favoritism but accepts those who fear Him and do what is right from every nation, contrasting with the focus on a particular people in Isaiah 51:4.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:

Contradiction with Galatians 3:28

This verse declares there is no distinction among people in Christ, contrasting with Isaiah 51:4's focus on a specific audience receiving the law.

Galatians 3:28: There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus.
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.