Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 63:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 63:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 63:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God helped the people walk safely through deep waters, just like a horse walks carefully in the wild so it doesn't trip. This shows that God cares for and guides people so they don’t get hurt.

Isaiah 63:13: That led them through the deep, as an horse in the wilderness, [that] they should not stumble?

Contradiction with Exodus 14:21

Describes Moses stretching out his hand to part the sea, focusing on human leadership and action.

Exodus 14:21: And Moses stretched out his hand over the sea; and the LORD caused the sea to go [back] by a strong east wind all that night, and made the sea dry [land], and the waters were divided.

Contradiction with Exodus 13:21

Depicts God leading with a pillar of cloud and fire, showing a more visible form of guidance than Isaiah 63:13 suggests.

Exodus 13:21: And the LORD went before them by day in a pillar of a cloud, to lead them the way; and by night in a pillar of fire, to give them light; to go by day and night:

Contradiction with Numbers 20:10-11

Highlights Moses striking the rock to bring forth water, suggesting human action rather than solely divine guidance.

Numbers 20:10-11: And Moses and Aaron gathered the congregation together before the rock, and he said unto them, Hear now, ye rebels; must we fetch you water out of this rock?

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:23

Emphasizes Joshua leading the people, indicating leadership through individuals rather than directly through God.

Deuteronomy 31:23: And he gave Joshua the son of Nun a charge, and said, Be strong and of a good courage: for thou shalt bring the children of Israel into the land which I sware unto them: and I will be with thee.

Contradiction with Judges 2:16

Indicates that God raised judges to lead and deliver the people, contrasting the notion of God himself leading.

Judges 2:16: Nevertheless the LORD raised up judges, which delivered them out of the hand of those that spoiled them. [delivered: Heb. saved]
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