Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:16
Jeremiah 23:16 warns against listening to false prophets, while Jeremiah 14:13 speaks of prophets who promise peace, suggesting trust in their message.
Jeremiah 23:16: Thus saith the LORD of hosts, Hearken not unto the words of the prophets that prophesy unto you: they make you vain: they speak a vision of their own heart, [and] not out of the mouth of the LORD.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 13:10
Ezekiel 13:10 criticizes prophets who speak of peace when there is none, in contrast to the reassurance of peace given by prophets in Jeremiah 14:13.
Ezekiel 13:10: Because, even because they have seduced my people, saying, Peace; and [there was] no peace; and one built up a wall, and, lo, others daubed it with untempered [morter]: [a wall: or, a slight wall]
Contradiction with Micah 3:5
In Micah 3:5, prophets are condemned for misleading people with promises of peace, contradicting the portrayal of peaceful assurances in Jeremiah 14:13.
Micah 3:5: Thus saith the LORD concerning the prophets that make my people err, that bite with their teeth, and cry, Peace; and he that putteth not into their mouths, they even prepare war against him.
Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3
1 Thessalonians 5:3 speaks of sudden destruction despite cries of peace and safety, contrasting the tranquil assurances given by prophets in Jeremiah 14:13.
1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 6:14
Jeremiah 6:14 accuses prophets of healing wounds falsely by claiming peace, opposing the implication in Jeremiah 14:13 that prophets’ promises of peace can be trusted.
Jeremiah 6:14: They have healed also the hurt [of the daughter] of my people slightly, saying, Peace, peace; when [there is] no peace. [hurt: Heb. bruise, or, breach]
Contradiction with Lamentations 2:14
Lamentations 2:14 asserts prophets see false and misleading visions, contradicting Jeremiah 14:13, where prophets present reassuring visions of peace.
Lamentations 2:14: Thy prophets have seen vain and foolish things for thee: and they have not discovered thine iniquity, to turn away thy captivity; but have seen for thee false burdens and causes of banishment.
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 14:13 might seem to show a contradiction because it describes false prophets telling people they will have peace, while other parts of the Bible warn against listening to false prophets and emphasize that true peace comes from God. The inconsistency lies in the false assurance given by these prophets, conflicting with the Bible's broader message about discerning true messages from God.
Paradox #2
The contradiction in Jeremiah 14:13 could be about false assurances. The prophets in this context give messages of peace and safety, which contradicts the warnings of disaster from God. This can create confusion and distrust because people might not know whom to believe or follow.