Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 66:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 66:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 66:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God promises to give lots of peace and happiness to His people, just like a river that never stops flowing. It means everyone will feel safe and loved, just like a little child being cuddled and cared for.

Isaiah 66:12: For thus saith the LORD, Behold, I will extend peace to her like a river, and the glory of the Gentiles like a flowing stream: then shall ye suck, ye shall be borne upon [her] sides, and be dandled upon [her] knees.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

While Isaiah 66:12 speaks of peace, 1 Thessalonians 5:3 warns of sudden destruction when people claim peace and safety.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Isaiah 66:12 speaks of peace, whereas Matthew 10:34 quotes Jesus saying He came not to bring peace but a sword.

Matthew 10:34: Think not that I am come to send peace on earth: I came not to send peace, but a sword.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14

Isaiah 66:12 promises peace like a river, but Jeremiah 6:14 criticizes those who say "Peace, peace," when there is no peace.

Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]

Contradiction with Micah 3:5

Isaiah 66:12 proclaims peace, but Micah 3:5 condemns false prophets who lead people astray with assurances of peace.

Micah 3:5: Thus saith the LORD concerning the prophets that make my people err, that bite with their teeth, and cry, Peace; and he that putteth not into their mouths, they even prepare war against him.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10

Isaiah 66:12 promises peace, yet Ezekiel 13:10 speaks against prophets who deceive people with false promises of peace.

Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]

Contradiction with Luke 12:51

Isaiah 66:12 announces peace flowing like a river, but Luke 12:51 states that Jesus brings division, not peace.

Luke 12:51: Suppose ye that I am come to give peace on earth? I tell you, Nay; but rather division:
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