Contradiction with Job 5:17
Isaiah 53:4 speaks of bearing griefs, while Job describes chastening as a form of divine blessing, suggesting a contrast in interpretations of suffering.
Job 5:17: Behold, happy [is] the man whom God correcteth: therefore despise not thou the chastening of the Almighty:
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:11-12
These verses discuss not despising the Lord's discipline, implying suffering comes from love, contrasting Isaiah 53:4's interpretation of bearing griefs as part of affliction.
Proverbs 3:11-12: My son, despise not the chastening of the LORD; neither be weary of his correction:
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:15
Talks about curses for disobedience, whereas Isaiah 53:4 implies suffering that is not due to one's own disobedience but as an act of bearing others' griefs.
Deuteronomy 28:15: But it shall come to pass, if thou wilt not hearken unto the voice of the LORD thy God, to observe to do all his commandments and his statutes which I command thee this day; that all these curses shall come upon thee, and overtake thee:
Contradiction with Hebrews 12:6
States the Lord chastens whom He loves, suggesting a disciplinary context, unlike the vicarious suffering described in Isaiah 53:4.
Hebrews 12:6: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:33
Implies God does not willingly afflict, suggesting a discrepancy with Isaiah 53:4, where affliction is borne deliberately.
Lamentations 3:33: For he doth not afflict willingly nor grieve the children of men. [willingly: Heb. from his heart]
Paradox #1
Isaiah 53:4 is often discussed in relation to suffering and healing. Some interpret it as referring to physical healing, while others believe it addresses spiritual healing. This can create differing views on whether it guarantees physical healing for believers, leading to discussions and debates among different theological perspectives.