Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 12:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 12:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 12:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is very angry, and he is letting enemies come and cause trouble everywhere, so no one can feel safe or at peace. It's like when you're upset, and everything seems to go wrong all around you.

Jeremiah 12:12: The spoilers are come upon all high places through the wilderness: for the sword of the LORD shall devour from the [one] end of the land even to the [other] end of the land: no flesh shall have peace.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

While Jeremiah 12:12 speaks of sword and destruction, Jeremiah 29:11 offers a promise of peace and hope for the future.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:10

Jeremiah 12:12 describes devastation, yet Isaiah 54:10 promises God's enduring kindness and peace.

Isaiah 54:10: For the mountains shall depart, and the hills be removed; but my kindness shall not depart from thee, neither shall the covenant of my peace be removed, saith the LORD that hath mercy on thee.

Contradiction with Psalm 91:10

Jeremiah 12:12 mentions calamity, but Psalm 91:10 assures that no evil or plague will come near those under God's protection.

Psalm 91:10: There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Whereas Jeremiah 12:12 forecasts destruction, Romans 8:28 promises that all things work together for good for those who love God.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Revelation 21:4

Jeremiah 12:12 speaks of death by the sword, while Revelation 21:4 describes a time when there will be no more death, mourning, or pain.

Revelation 21:4: And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in Jeremiah 12:12 could arise from the depiction of divine justice and violence. Some might see a conflict between the idea of a loving and merciful God and the harsh consequences or punishment described. This can be challenging when trying to reconcile the attributes of love and justice.

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