Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 58:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 58:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 58:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God wants people to be loud and clear when telling others about the things they are doing wrong. Like a trumpet makes a big noise, God wants the message to be heard by everyone so they can understand and change their ways.

Isaiah 58:1: Cry aloud, spare not, lift up thy voice like a trumpet, and shew my people their transgression, and the house of Jacob their sins. [aloud: Heb. with the throat]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:3-4

These verses suggest doing charitable deeds in secret, contrasting with the open declaration of sins in Isaiah 58:1.

Matthew 6:3-4: But when thou doest alms, let not thy left hand know what thy right hand doeth:

Contradiction with Matthew 6:16-18

These verses advise fasting in a manner not to be seen by others, contrary to the loud cry and open rebuke in Isaiah 58:1.

Matthew 6:16-18: Moreover when ye fast, be not, as the hypocrites, of a sad countenance: for they disfigure their faces, that they may appear unto men to fast. Verily I say unto you, They have their reward.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:9

Emphasizes covering offenses rather than openly exposing them, which is at odds with Isaiah 58:1's directive to "cry aloud" and "show...transgression."

Proverbs 17:9: He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth [very] friends. [seeketh: or, procureth]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:8

Encourages loving others and covering sins, contrasting with the call to expose sins in Isaiah 58:1.

1 Peter 4:8: And above all things have fervent charity among yourselves: for charity shall cover the multitude of sins. [shall: or, will]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 4:11

Advises living quietly and minding one's own business, in contrast to the loud and public declaration in Isaiah 58:1.

1 Thessalonians 4:11: And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you;
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