Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 9:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Isaiah 9:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Isaiah 9:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Isaiah, Christians believe that this verse talks about Jesus, who will be a good and forever king, making sure that everything is fair and peaceful. God is very excited to make this happen.

Isaiah 9:7: Of the increase of [his] government and peace [there shall be] no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to order it, and to establish it with judgment and with justice from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will perform this.

Contradiction with Matthew 10:34

While Isaiah 9:7 speaks of endless peace under the reign of the Messiah, Matthew 10:34 presents Jesus speaking of bringing a sword rather than peace.

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 Luke 12:51

Isaiah 9:7 describes a peaceful government, but Luke 12:51 suggests Jesus bringing division instead of peace.

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

Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14

This verse criticizes false prophets promising peace without addressing underlying issues, contrasting with the perfect peace promised in Isaiah 9:7.

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 Ezekiel 13:10

Ezekiel critiques declaring peace without divine truth, opposing the genuine peace of the Messianic kingdom in Isaiah 9:7.

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 Micah 3:5

This verse condemns leaders who falsely declare peace when it's not true, unlike the true peace prophesied in Isaiah 9:7.

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.
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