Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 9:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 9:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 9:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Isaiah, this verse shows that when something bad happens, like bricks falling, people might try to fix it on their own by using even better materials, but they should remember to trust and listen to God instead. It teaches that it's more important to depend on God's guidance than to just rely on our own efforts.

Isaiah 9:10: The bricks are fallen down, but we will build with hewn stones: the sycomores are cut down, but we will change [them into] cedars.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

While Isaiah 9:10 reflects the determination to rebuild despite loss, Proverbs 19:21 emphasizes that human plans are ultimately overridden by the counsel of the Lord.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with James 4:13-15

Isaiah 9:10 shows a self-reliant attitude, whereas James advises humility and recognizing the Lord's will in all plans.

James 4:13-15: Go to now, ye that say, To day or to morrow we will go into such a city, and continue there a year, and buy and sell, and get gain:

Contradiction with Psalm 127:1

Isaiah 9:10 describes building efforts without acknowledging God's blessing, while Psalm 127:1 states that all labor is in vain without the Lord's involvement.

Psalm 127:1: [A Song of degrees for Solomon.] Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh [but] in vain. [for...: or, of Solomon] [that...: Heb. that are builders of it in it]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 3:6-7

Isaiah 9:10's focus is on human effort, whereas 1 Corinthians highlights that only God gives true growth and success to efforts.

1 Corinthians 3:6-7: I have planted, Apollos watered; but God gave the increase.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5

Isiah 9:10 emphasizes reliance on human effort, contrasting with Jeremiah's warning against trusting in human strength rather than the Lord.

Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Isaiah 9:10 could be seen as the human attitude of pride and self-reliance rather than humbly trusting in spiritual or divine guidance for rebuilding and renewal after facing adversity. This might be interpreted as a failure to acknowledge mistakes or learn from consequences, highlighting a tension between self-sufficiency and seeking higher guidance.

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