Contradictions and Paradoxes in Isaiah 9:9

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

According to the prophet Isaiah, this verse means that everyone, including the people living in Ephraim and Samaria, will learn a lesson because they are too proud and think they are too important. God wants them to understand that having too much pride in their hearts is not good.

Isaiah 9:9: And all the people shall know, [even] Ephraim and the inhabitant of Samaria, that say in the pride and stoutness of heart,

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:2

While Isaiah 9:9 mentions pride as a factor leading to downfall, Proverbs 11:2 contrasts by suggesting wisdom follows humility, opposing the reliance on pride seen in Isaiah.

Proverbs 11:2: [When] pride cometh, then cometh shame: but with the lowly [is] wisdom.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:12

Isaiah 9:9 implies self-assuredness in pride leading to downfall, whereas 1 Corinthians 10:12 warns against overconfidence, stating that one should take heed unless they fall.

1 Corinthians 10:12: Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall.

Contradiction with James 4:6

Isaiah 9:9 highlights arrogance, but James 4:6 explicitly states that God resists the proud, contrasting with the attitude described in Isaiah.

James 4:6: But he giveth more grace. Wherefore he saith, God resisteth the proud, but giveth grace unto the humble.

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