Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:17
While Isaiah 60:15 suggests a future glory and renown, Jeremiah 30:17 speaks of restoration from wounds and reputation after being despised.
Jeremiah 30:17: For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD; because they called thee an Outcast, [saying], This [is] Zion, whom no man seeketh after.
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:31-32
Isaiah 60:15 assures eternal exaltation, but Lamentations 3:31-32 acknowledges that the Lord may cause grief, though He shows compassion afterward.
Lamentations 3:31-32: For the Lord will not cast off for ever:
Contradiction with Ezekiel 5:14
Isaiah 60:15 promises to make the afflicted an eternal excellency, whereas Ezekiel 5:14 pronounces desolation as an outcome of God's judgment.
Ezekiel 5:14: Moreover I will make thee waste, and a reproach among the nations that [are] round about thee, in the sight of all that pass by.
Contradiction with Micah 3:12
While Isaiah 60:15 speaks of eternal glory, Micah 3:12 warns of Zion being plowed as a field due to coming judgment.
Micah 3:12: Therefore shall Zion for your sake be plowed [as] a field, and Jerusalem shall become heaps, and the mountain of the house as the high places of the forest.
Contradiction with Zephaniah 3:11
Isaiah 60:15 emphasizes future honor, but Zephaniah 3:11 warns of removing the shameful deeds that caused disgrace.
Zephaniah 3:11: In that day shalt thou not be ashamed for all thy doings, wherein thou hast transgressed against me: for then I will take away out of the midst of thee them that rejoice in thy pride, and thou shalt no more be haughty because of my holy mountain. [because...: Heb. in my holy]
Contradiction with Hosea 2:13
Isaiah 60:15 mentions everlasting excellency, whereas Hosea 2:13 foretells punishment for past actions.
Hosea 2:13: And I will visit upon her the days of Baalim, wherein she burned incense to them, and she decked herself with her earrings and her jewels, and she went after her lovers, and forgat me, saith the LORD.
Contradiction with Amos 8:2
Isaiah 60:15 promises eternal praise, but Amos 8:2 predicts an end to the people due to their sins.
Amos 8:2: And he said, Amos, what seest thou? And I said, A basket of summer fruit. Then said the LORD unto me, The end is come upon my people of Israel; I will not again pass by them any more.
Contradiction with Malachi 2:9
Isaiah 60:15 assures exaltation, but Malachi 2:9 speaks of being made contemptible for not keeping God's ways.
Malachi 2:9: Therefore have I also made you contemptible and base before all the people, according as ye have not kept my ways, but have been partial in the law. [have been...: or, lifted up the face against: Heb. accepted faces]
Paradox #1
Historical Contradictions, Inconsistencies, or Conflicts for Isaiah 60:15 typically focus on its prophetic nature. For example, some argue that the prediction of a city's everlasting glory and prosperity might not align with historical events if destruction or decline occurred. However, interpretations often vary, and some view these promises as symbolic or fulfilled in different ways.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in Isaiah 60:15 could relate to the themes of suffering and reward. The concept of previously being forsaken or disliked and then becoming a source of pride or joy might raise questions about the fairness or justification of these transformations. Some might wonder why such extreme changes between suffering and joy exist, or question the criteria or reasons for these shifts in fortune. Others could debate the justice of receiving honor after a period of hardship and what that means for those who still suffer.