Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 57:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 57:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 57:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is unhappy because the people are keeping secrets and doing things that make Him feel left out. They have made promises to others and love things that take them away from Him.

Isaiah 57:8: Behind the doors also and the posts hast thou set up thy remembrance: for thou hast discovered [thyself to another] than me, and art gone up; thou hast enlarged thy bed, and made thee [a covenant] with them; thou lovedst their bed where thou sawest [it]. [made...: or, hewed it for thyself larger than theirs] [where...: or, thou providedst room]

Contradiction with Exodus 20:3

"Thou shalt have no other gods before me." Contradicts with the idolatrous implications of Isaiah 57:8, which speaks of setting up a remembrance behind the doors.

Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.

Contradiction with 1 Kings 8:60

"That all the people of the earth may know that the LORD is God, and that there is none else." Counters the promiscuous and idolatrous behavior implied in Isaiah 57:8.

1 Kings 8:60: That all the people of the earth may know that the LORD [is] God, [and that there is] none else.

Contradiction with Romans 1:25

"Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen." Opposes the idolatry and unfaithful conduct depicted in Isaiah 57:8.

Romans 1:25: Who changed the truth of God into a lie, and worshipped and served the creature more than the Creator, who is blessed for ever. Amen. [more: or, rather]

Contradiction with James 4:4

"Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God." Contradicts with the unfaithful actions and worldly pursuits described in Isaiah 57:8.

James 4:4: Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God.

Paradox #1

Historical Contradiction or Conflict: Some interpretations suggest that the practices mentioned in the verse contrast with earlier biblical teachings about devotion to one God. This could be viewed as inconsistent with the emphasis on exclusive worship of God found in other parts of the Bible.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or inconsistency in this verse might arise from the perceived unfaithfulness and betrayal referenced in the passage. For those who view faithfulness and sincerity as important values, the actions depicted could be seen as conflicting with these principles. However, without additional context or specific commentary, it's challenging to pinpoint a universal contradiction. If readers interpret the verse differently, they might find differing levels of moral conflict or none at all.

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