Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 65:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 65:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 65:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God promises to bring special people from Jacob's family who will live in His land, and His chosen ones will get to enjoy it and be happy there. It's like God making sure His favorite people have the best place to call home.

Isaiah 65:9: And I will bring forth a seed out of Jacob, and out of Judah an inheritor of my mountains: and mine elect shall inherit it, and my servants shall dwell there.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Isaiah 40:31 emphasizes renewal and strength for those who wait on the Lord, suggesting inclusivity for those faithful, whereas Isaiah 65:9 focuses on a specific group chosen by God, possibly seen as exclusive.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Romans 9:15-16

These verses underscore God's mercy being a matter of His choice rather than human efforts, potentially contradicting the idea of a pre-designated 'inheritance' as in Isaiah 65:9.

Romans 9:15-16: For he saith to Moses, I will have mercy on whom I will have mercy, and I will have compassion on whom I will have compassion.

Contradiction with Matthew 22:14

This verse mentions "For many are called, but few are chosen," suggesting a larger group is initially called, unlike the specifics of Isaiah 65:9.

Matthew 22:14: Then went the Pharisees, and took counsel how they might entangle him in [his] talk.

Contradiction with John 3:16

John's verse emphasizes God's love for the whole world, suggesting a universal offer of salvation, not limited to a specific group as implied in Isaiah 65:9.

John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Contradiction with Acts 10:34-35

These verses indicate that God shows no favoritism, suggesting inclusivity for all righteous people, contrasting with the particular 'seed' or 'servant' chosen in Isaiah 65:9.

Acts 10:34-35: Then Peter opened [his] mouth, and said, Of a truth I perceive that God is no respecter of persons:
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