Contradiction with Jeremiah 46:28
Jeremiah assures Jacob not to fear, contradicting the idea of the Israelites being subdued and taken over by their enemies.
Jeremiah 46:28: Fear thou not, O Jacob my servant, saith the LORD: for I [am] with thee; for I will make a full end of all the nations whither I have driven thee: but I will not make a full end of thee, but correct thee in measure; yet will I not leave thee wholly unpunished. [not leave...: or, not utterly cut thee off]
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
God promises strength and help, contrasting the subjugation experienced by the Israelites.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Psalm 37:28
States that the Lord does not forsake his saints, conflicting with the captivity described in 2 Chronicles 36:20.
Psalm 37:28: For the LORD loveth judgment, and forsaketh not his saints; they are preserved for ever: but the seed of the wicked shall be cut off.
Paradox #1
This verse describes the Israelites being taken into exile in Babylon, serving as servants there. The potential contradiction arises when comparing this with archaeological and historical records, which might not fully support the scale or specifics of the exile as described. Some scholars argue that the biblical account might exaggerate or simplify the events, as contemporary records from Babylon do not extensively document such a large-scale forced migration. Additionally, differences in timelines or details in other biblical books could pose inconsistencies with this narrative.
Paradox #2
The moral inconsistency could be seen in how the verse depicts people being taken into captivity, which may conflict with teachings about freedom and justice elsewhere in religious texts. This situation could raise questions about divine justice and the suffering of innocent people.