Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14
While Isaiah 9:16 speaks of leaders leading the people astray, Proverbs 11:14 highlights the safety found in a multitude of counselors, suggesting wise guidance rather than misdirection.
Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.
Contradiction with Psalm 23:3
Isaiah 9:16 emphasizes poor leadership, whereas Psalm 23:3 speaks of God leading in paths of righteousness, indicating divine guidance and care.
Psalm 23:3: He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Contradiction with Proverbs 29:2
Isaiah 9:16 suggests leaders who cause error, while Proverbs 29:2 contrasts by showing the joy of people when the righteous are in authority.
Proverbs 29:2: When the righteous are in authority, the people rejoice: but when the wicked beareth rule, the people mourn. [in...: or, increased]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 3:15
Unlike Isaiah 9:16 which depicts misleading leaders, Jeremiah 3:15 promises leaders who will feed people with knowledge and understanding.
Jeremiah 3:15: And I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.
Contradiction with John 10:11
Isaiah 9:16 emphasizes misleading leadership, whereas John 10:11 portrays Jesus as the good shepherd who lays down his life for the sheep, symbolizing selfless and protective leadership.
John 10:11: I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd giveth his life for the sheep.
Paradox #1
Isaiah 9:16 talks about leaders leading people astray, causing both the leaders and the followers to be confused or lost. A moral conflict here could be about responsibility: whether it's the leaders' fault for misleading or the followers' fault for blindly following. This raises questions about accountability on both sides.