Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 60:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 60:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 60:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God is saying that people from other places will help make the walls strong again, and even kings will help take care of you. Even though God was angry before, now He wants to show kindness and love.

Isaiah 60:10: And the sons of strangers shall build up thy walls, and their kings shall minister unto thee: for in my wrath I smote thee, but in my favour have I had mercy on thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Contradicts Isaiah 60:10 by instructing to love your enemies, whereas Isaiah emphasizes kings building up Zion with their support, implying coercion.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Suggests submission to governing authorities as established by God, differing from Isaiah's view of foreign kings serving the people.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]

Contradiction with James 2:6

Highlights the oppression by rich and powerful people, in contrast to foreigner kings willingly serving as in Isaiah 60:10.

James 2:6: But ye have despised the poor. Do not rich men oppress you, and draw you before the judgment seats?
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