Contradictions and Paradoxes in Zechariah 9:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Zechariah 9:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Zechariah 9:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Zechariah, this verse means that even though the cities of Tyre and Sidon are very smart and successful, they will still be part of the lands that God is talking about. God wants people to know that wisdom and riches don't matter as much as being close to Him.

Zechariah 9:2: And Hamath also shall border thereby; Tyrus, and Zidon, though it be very wise.

Contradiction with Isaiah 45:6

This verse states that God is the sole ruler, which may contrast with the idea of nations being judged and their wisdom being limited, as seen in Zechariah 9:2.

Isaiah 45:6: That they may know from the rising of the sun, and from the west, that [there is] none beside me. I [am] the LORD, and [there is] none else.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:9

This verse emphasizes the height of God's wisdom above human understanding, contrasting with the human knowledge mentioned in Zechariah 9:2.

Isaiah 55:9: For [as] the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts.

Contradiction with James 1:5

Promises wisdom to all who ask, suggesting a contrast to Zechariah 9:2 where human wisdom is implied as insufficient.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

Advises trusting in the Lord rather than one's understanding, which can contradict the emphasis on human wisdom in Zechariah 9:2.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 1:25

Declares God's foolishness is wiser than human wisdom, potentially opposing the human reliance on wisdom in Zechariah 9:2.

1 Corinthians 1:25: Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men; and the weakness of God is stronger than men.
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