Contradiction with Isaiah 53:2
Describes the servant as having no form or majesty, contrasting with the marred appearance in 52:14.
Isaiah 53:2: For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, [there is] no beauty that we should desire him.
Contradiction with Psalm 45:2
Describes the king as fairer than the children of men, conflicting with the disfigurement in 52:14.
Psalm 45:2: Thou art fairer than the children of men: grace is poured into thy lips: therefore God hath blessed thee for ever.
Contradiction with Song of Solomon 5:10
Describes the beloved as "white and ruddy, the chiefest among ten thousand," contrasting the lack of comeliness in 52:14.
Song of Solomon 5:10: My beloved [is] white and ruddy, the chiefest among ten thousand. [the chiefest: Heb. a standard-bearer]
Contradiction with John 19:36
States that not a bone of Him shall be broken, which could be seen as contradicting the extreme physical disfigurement implied in 52:14.
John 19:36: For these things were done, that the scripture should be fulfilled, A bone of him shall not be broken.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:9
Speaks of God highly exalting Him, which seems at odds with the humiliated, marred appearance noted in 52:14.
Philippians 2:9: Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:
Paradox #1
The theological conflict with Isaiah 52:14 might arise if it is interpreted as describing a figure whose appearance is so disfigured that it is beyond human likeness. This could conflict with the understanding of an all-powerful and perfect God if seen through certain theological lenses. Some may struggle to reconcile this description with the belief in the divine nature and perfection attributed to figures associated with God.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Isaiah 52:14 could be seen in the portrayal of intense suffering and disfigurement. This might conflict with the concept of a just and compassionate God, as it raises questions about why such extreme suffering would be necessary or allowed. This can cause confusion for those who struggle with understanding the balance between divine justice and mercy.