Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
Contradicts Isaiah 55:2 by advising against laboring for earthly treasures, while Isaiah encourages spending resources for what satisfies.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:10
Opposes the idea of spending for satisfaction, as it suggests that love for wealth never brings real satisfaction.
Ecclesiastes 5:10: He that loveth silver shall not be satisfied with silver; nor he that loveth abundance with increase: this [is] also vanity.
Contradiction with John 6:27
Contradicts Isaiah 55:2 by emphasizing working for eternal food, not earthly satisfaction.
John 6:27: Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed. [Labour not: or, Work not]
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:17
Highlights uncertainty of riches, suggesting trust in God instead of material pursuit for satisfaction.
1 Timothy 6:17: Charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not highminded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; [uncertain...: Gr. uncertainty of riches]
Paradox #1
The contradiction or inconsistency in Isaiah 55:2 could be seen in the emphasis on spiritual fulfillment over material wealth. Some might argue that while spiritual nourishment is important, people also need material things to survive. Others might see a potential conflict between the idea of focusing on spiritual values and the reality of meeting basic physical needs.