Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 60:14

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 60:14 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 60:14. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, people who were mean to you will come and be nice, and those who didn't like you will show respect. They will call your place the special city of God, where the Holy One of Israel lives.

Isaiah 60:14: The sons also of them that afflicted thee shall come bending unto thee; and all they that despised thee shall bow themselves down at the soles of thy feet; and they shall call thee, The city of the LORD, The Zion of the Holy One of Israel.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches to love and bless enemies, which contrasts with the theme of enemies bowing down in subjugation.

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 Luke 6:27

Similar to Isaiah 60:14, instead of adversaries submitting, it instructs to do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Romans 12:20

This verse advocates for feeding and caring for enemies, opposing the idea of them being humiliated.

Romans 12:20: Therefore if thine enemy hunger, feed him; if he thirst, give him drink: for in so doing thou shalt heap coals of fire on his head.

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21

Encourages giving food and drink to your enemy, contrasting with the idea of them bowing down.

Proverbs 25:21: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with Matthew 23:11

States that the greatest should serve, in contrast to adversaries showing submission, suggesting humility over dominance.

Matthew 23:11: But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 4:12

Instructs believers to endure persecution and bless when reviled, opposite to enemies submitting to them.

1 Corinthians 4:12: And labour, working with our own hands: being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we suffer it:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency with Isaiah 60:14 could be the theme of subjugation and the reversal of power dynamics. It may seem inconsistent with messages of universal equality and humility found elsewhere in religious teachings. Promoting dominance over others as a form of redemption or compensation could conflict with principles of love and forgiveness.

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