Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 7:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 7:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 7:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Isaiah, God tells us not to be afraid or worried about the enemies that seem scary, like smoking sticks that can't really harm us. This means we should trust God and stay calm, even when things look bad.

Isaiah 7:4: And say unto him, Take heed, and be quiet; fear not, neither be fainthearted for the two tails of these smoking firebrands, for the fierce anger of Rezin with Syria, and of the son of Remaliah. [neither...: Heb. let not thy heart be tender]

Contradiction with Exodus 14:13

While Isaiah 7:4 advises calm and lack of fear, Exodus 14:13 finds its power in action against fear, urging "stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD," which contradicts with simply being calm without action.

Exodus 14:13: And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the LORD, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. [for the...: or, for whereas ye have seen the Egyptians to day]

Contradiction with James 2:17

Isaiah 7:4 speaks of reassurance without action, but James 2:17 states that "faith, if it hath not works, is dead," suggesting that faith and action must accompany calmness.

James 2:17: Even so faith, if it hath not works, is dead, being alone. [alone: Gr. by itself]

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

Isaiah 7:4 promotes peace and not fear, whereas Matthew 10:34 depicts Jesus stating He "came not to send peace, but a sword," which conflicts with the message of tranquility.

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 1 Thessalonians 5:3

Isaiah 7:4 offers a message of peace, but 1 Thessalonians 5:3 warns that when people proclaim "Peace and safety," then destruction will come suddenly, providing an opposite view on perceived security.

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 Luke 12:51

Isaiah 7:4 suggests lack of fear and peace, but Luke 12:51 shows Jesus declaring He brings division rather than peace, presenting a contradiction in outcomes.

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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