Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:17
This verse promises healing and restoration to Israel, implying God's direct intervention rather than through other nations as a source of nourishment.
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 Jeremiah 17:5
This verse warns against trusting in man or making flesh one's strength, which can be seen as a contradiction to relying on other nations as indicated in Isaiah 60:16.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Hosea 1:9
In this verse, God declares that Israel is not His people, contrasting with Isaiah 60:16's implication of a special status and favor from God through the provision by other nations.
Hosea 1:9: Then said [God], Call his name Loammi: for ye [are] not my people, and I will not be your [God]. [Loammi: that is, Not my people]
Contradiction with Ezekiel 5:11
Here God speaks of withdrawing from His people due to their defilement, which contrasts with the idea of being nourished by nations as a sign of favor.
Ezekiel 5:11: Wherefore, [as] I live, saith the Lord GOD; Surely, because thou hast defiled my sanctuary with all thy detestable things, and with all thine abominations, therefore will I also diminish [thee]; neither shall mine eye spare, neither will I have any pity.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:48
This verse speaks of Israel serving enemies in hunger and thirst, contradicting the image of being sustained by other nations' abundance in Isaiah 60:16.
Deuteronomy 28:48: Therefore shalt thou serve thine enemies which the LORD shall send against thee, in hunger, and in thirst, and in nakedness, and in want of all [things]: and he shall put a yoke of iron upon thy neck, until he have destroyed thee.
Contradiction with Lamentations 4:4
This verse describes the desperate lack of resources among the people, contrary to being nourished by kings and queens in Isaiah 60:16.
Lamentations 4:4: The tongue of the sucking child cleaveth to the roof of his mouth for thirst: the young children ask bread, [and] no man breaketh [it] unto them.
Contradiction with Zechariah 11:8
It discusses God cutting off shepherds in His wrath, suggestive of abandonment rather than support by other nations.
Zechariah 11:8: Three shepherds also I cut off in one month; and my soul lothed them, and their soul also abhorred me. [lothed...: Heb. was straightened for them]
Contradiction with Micah 5:15
This verse predicts God's vengeance on nations that have not obeyed, contrasting with Isaiah 60:16's vision of nations serving the people of Israel.
Micah 5:15: And I will execute vengeance in anger and fury upon the heathen, such as they have not heard.
Contradiction with Isaiah 1:7
This verse describes how foreigners consume Israel's land, which contrasts with the nourishing support described in Isaiah 60:16.
Isaiah 1:7: Your country [is] desolate, your cities [are] burned with fire: your land, strangers devour it in your presence, and [it is] desolate, as overthrown by strangers. [overthrown...: Heb. the overthrow of]
Contradiction with Isaiah 60:10
Previously in the same chapter, this verse promises favor and service from foreigners, yet it notes that God's wrath is also involved, highlighting a contradiction in terms of overall protection and peace.
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.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the imagery of consuming the resources or wealth of other nations, which can be seen as exploitative or unfair. This idea could conflict with principles of fairness and equality.