Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 57:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 57:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 57:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God says He can make good words and bring peace to everyone, whether they are close by or far away, and promises to make them better when they are hurt. This means God wants everyone to have peace and be healed no matter where they are.

Isaiah 57:19: I create the fruit of the lips; Peace, peace to [him that is] far off, and to [him that is] near, saith the LORD; and I will heal him.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

This verse contradicts Isaiah 57:19 as it speaks of Jesus not bringing peace but a sword, whereas Isaiah 57:19 speaks of peace to those who are far and near.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

This verse contrasts with Isaiah 57:19 as it suggests that Jesus brings division instead of peace, opposite to the message of peace in Isaiah 57:19.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:

Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14

This verse highlights a false sense of peace, contrasting with Isaiah 57:19 which promises genuine peace.

Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]

Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10

This verse addresses the false proclamation of peace, contradicting Isaiah 57:19's promise of true peace.

Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

This verse warns of sudden destruction despite proclamations of peace, opposing the peace mentioned in Isaiah 57:19.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.
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