Contradiction with Isaiah 1:11
This verse questions the value of burnt offerings and sacrifices, which contrasts with the acceptance and glorification of sacrifices as mentioned in Isaiah 60:7.
Isaiah 1:11: To what purpose [is] the multitude of your sacrifices unto me? saith the LORD: I am full of the burnt offerings of rams, and the fat of fed beasts; and I delight not in the blood of bullocks, or of lambs, or of he goats. [he goats: Heb. great he goats]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:20
This verse suggests that offerings and sacrifices are not pleasing, contradicting the notion in Isaiah 60:7 that they bring glory.
Jeremiah 6:20: To what purpose cometh there to me incense from Sheba, and the sweet cane from a far country? your burnt offerings [are] not acceptable, nor your sacrifices sweet unto me.
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-22
These verses indicate that God rejects the feasts and offerings, opposing the acceptance seen in Isaiah 60:7.
Amos 5:21-22: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]
Contradiction with Hosea 6:6
Emphasizes desire for mercy, not sacrifice, contrasting with the acceptance of sacrifices in Isaiah 60:7.
Hosea 6:6: For I desired mercy, and not sacrifice; and the knowledge of God more than burnt offerings.
Contradiction with Micah 6:6-8
Highlights that God prefers justice and humility over burnt offerings, contradicting Isaiah 60:7's acceptance of offerings for glory.
Micah 6:6-8: Wherewith shall I come before the LORD, [and] bow myself before the high God? shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves of a year old? [of a...: Heb. sons of a year?]
Paradox #1
This verse might raise questions about the use of animals in religious rituals. Some people see a contradiction in valuing creation and life while also sacrificing animals. This can seem inconsistent with modern views on animal rights and welfare.