Contradiction with Exodus 28:2
This verse describes the use of gold, blue, and purple in the sacred garments for Aaron, which are considered for glory and beauty, unlike the negative portrayal of such adornments in Jeremiah 10:9.
Exodus 28:2: And thou shalt make holy garments for Aaron thy brother for glory and for beauty.
Contradiction with Isaiah 60:13
Here, the glory of Lebanon is seen as a positive addition to beautify the place of God's sanctuary, unlike the critical view of such beauty in man-made idols in Jeremiah 10:9.
Isaiah 60:13: The glory of Lebanon shall come unto thee, the fir tree, the pine tree, and the box together, to beautify the place of my sanctuary; and I will make the place of my feet glorious.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 16:13
The verse depicts adornment with gold and silver as a sign of beauty and abundance blessed by God, opposite to the critical stance on the use of these materials in idols as mentioned in Jeremiah 10:9.
Ezekiel 16:13: Thus wast thou decked with gold and silver; and thy raiment [was of] fine linen, and silk, and broidered work; thou didst eat fine flour, and honey, and oil: and thou wast exceeding beautiful, and thou didst prosper into a kingdom.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:18
This verse describes the holy city, New Jerusalem, adorned with precious materials, indicating divine approval, contrasting Jeremiah 10:9's negative depiction of such adornments for idols.
Revelation 21:18: And the building of the wall of it was [of] jasper: and the city [was] pure gold, like unto clear glass.
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 10:9 describes materials used for making idols, which could be seen as a contradiction or conflict with teachings against idol worship in other parts of the Bible. The Bible generally promotes worshiping God alone and not idols, so detailing the idol-making process might seem inconsistent with the overall message against idols.