Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 10:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 10:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 10:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is so special and powerful that everyone should respect and be in awe of Him. No one else in the world is as wise or amazing as God.

Jeremiah 10:7: Who would not fear thee, O King of nations? for to thee doth it appertain: forasmuch as among all the wise [men] of the nations, and in all their kingdoms, [there is] none like unto thee. [to...: or, it liketh thee]

Contradiction with Exodus 15:11

While Jeremiah 10:7 questions who would not fear God among all nations, Exodus 15:11 acknowledges God's uniqueness among the gods, implying no real fear exists for any other deity.

Exodus 15:11: Who [is] like unto thee, O LORD, among the gods? who [is] like thee, glorious in holiness, fearful [in] praises, doing wonders? [gods: or, mighty ones?]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:39

Jeremiah 10:7 speaks of fear based on God's status among nations, whereas Deuteronomy 4:39 speaks of acknowledging God as the only true God, a personal acknowledgment rather than a national fear.

Deuteronomy 4:39: Know therefore this day, and consider [it] in thine heart, that the LORD he [is] God in heaven above, and upon the earth beneath: [there is] none else.

Contradiction with Psalm 86:8

Contrary to Jeremiah 10:7's call for fear among nations, Psalm 86:8 declares no gods are like God, suggesting fear may be obsolete since none can compare.

Psalm 86:8: Among the gods [there is] none like unto thee, O Lord; neither [are there any works] like unto thy works.

Contradiction with Isaiah 44:6

Jeremiah 10:7 calls for fear based on God's greatness, but Isaiah 44:6 states there is no God besides Him, implying focusing on competitors isn't necessary.

Isaiah 44:6: Thus saith the LORD the King of Israel, and his redeemer the LORD of hosts; I [am] the first, and I [am] the last; and beside me [there is] no God.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 8:4

While Jeremiah 10:7 suggests the fear of God due to His greatness, 1 Corinthians 8:4 states an idol is nothing in the world, reducing the need for fear of any but God.

1 Corinthians 8:4: As concerning therefore the eating of those things that are offered in sacrifice unto idols, we know that an idol [is] nothing in the world, and that [there is] none other God but one.
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