Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 52:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 52:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 52:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is upset because His people have been taken away without reason, and those in charge make them cry, making God’s name look bad every day. God is not happy that people are being unfair and mean.

Isaiah 52:5: Now therefore, what have I here, saith the LORD, that my people is taken away for nought? they that rule over them make them to howl, saith the LORD; and my name continually every day [is] blasphemed.

Contradiction with Isaiah 45:13

This verse refers to God raising someone in righteousness, in contrast to Isaiah 52:5 which mentions oppression and blasphemy by nations beyond God's intention.

Isaiah 45:13: I have raised him up in righteousness, and I will direct all his ways: he shall build my city, and he shall let go my captives, not for price nor reward, saith the LORD of hosts. [direct: or, make straight]

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse assures divine support and strength, contrary to Isaiah 52:5 where God's people are taken away and oppressed without divine intervention stated.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2

This verse promises protection during trials, opposing Isaiah 52:5 where God's people face captivity and suffering without an explicit promise of divine rescue.

Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:14

This verse speaks of being far from oppression, while Isaiah 52:5 describes a situation of oppression and blasphemy.

Isaiah 54:14: In righteousness shalt thou be established: thou shalt be far from oppression; for thou shalt not fear: and from terror; for it shall not come near thee.
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