Contradiction with Isaiah 9:6
Contradicts by referring to the coming Messiah as "Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace," which portrays Him as exalted rather than despised and rejected.
Isaiah 9:6: For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given: and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, The mighty God, The everlasting Father, The Prince of Peace.
Contradiction with John 1:14
Contradicts by describing Jesus as "full of grace and truth," implying acceptance and reverence rather than rejection.
John 1:14: And the Word was made flesh, and dwelt among us, (and we beheld his glory, the glory as of the only begotten of the Father,) full of grace and truth.
Contradiction with Luke 2:14
Contradicts by announcing "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men," suggesting reception with joy rather than rejection.
Luke 2:14: Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
Contradiction with Matthew 21:9
Contradicts by showing crowds welcoming Jesus with praises, rather than despising Him.
Matthew 21:9: And the multitudes that went before, and that followed, cried, saying, Hosanna to the Son of David: Blessed [is] he that cometh in the name of the Lord; Hosanna in the highest.
Contradiction with Philippians 2:9-10
Contradicts by stating that God highly exalted Jesus and gave Him a name above every name, rather than Him being despised and rejected.
Philippians 2:9-10: Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name:
Paradox #1
Some people might see a conflict between this verse and the expectation of a triumphant and powerful messiah. This verse suggests the messiah would be rejected and suffer, which can seem inconsistent with the idea of a victorious and glorious leader. Christians resolve this by believing Jesus fulfills both roles through his life, death, and resurrection.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the way people expect a respected and honored leader or figure to be received. In Isaiah 53:3, the figure is despised and rejected, which conflicts with the idea of someone important and righteous being universally accepted and respected. This challenges notions of who is worthy and deserving of honor and recognition.