Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:4
While Jeremiah 15:17 speaks of sitting alone in sorrow, Ecclesiastes 3:4 mentions a time to laugh and a time to dance, highlighting joy in contrast to solitude and mourning.
Ecclesiastes 3:4: A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance;
Contradiction with Psalm 133:1
Jeremiah talks about sitting alone, whereas Psalm 133:1 emphasizes the goodness and pleasantness of brethren dwelling together in unity, which is the opposite of solitude.
Psalm 133:1: [A Song of degrees of David.] Behold, how good and how pleasant [it is] for brethren to dwell together in unity! [together...: Heb. even together]
Contradiction with John 15:11
Jeremiah expresses lamentation, while John 15:11 talks about Jesus wanting His joy to remain in His disciples so that their joy may be full.
John 15:11: These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and [that] your joy might be full.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:4
Unlike the sorrow and isolation in Jeremiah 15:17, Philippians 4:4 commands believers to rejoice in the Lord always.
Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.
Contradiction with Hebrews 10:25
Jeremiah is described as being alone, whereas Hebrews 10:25 encourages not forsaking the assembly of ourselves together, promoting community.
Hebrews 10:25: Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some [is]; but exhorting [one another]: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Jeremiah 15:17 could be seen in the idea of feeling isolated or set apart due to personal beliefs or actions, while other parts of the Bible encourage community and fellowship. This might seem inconsistent because while being set apart can be seen as maintaining integrity, it can also conflict with the idea of engaging with and loving others.