Contradiction with Isaiah 55:7
While Jeremiah 19:8 speaks of making the city a desolation, Isaiah 55:7 offers the hope of abundant pardon for those who turn to God, indicating a chance for restoration rather than destruction.
Isaiah 55:7: Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the LORD, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon. [the unrighteous...: Heb. the man of iniquity] [abundantly...: Heb. multiply to pardon]
Contradiction with Psalm 30:5
Jeremiah 19:8 talks about bringing desolation, whereas Psalm 30:5 emphasizes that God's anger is fleeting, and favor lasts for a lifetime, suggesting the transience of divine wrath.
Psalm 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse in Jeremiah promises peace and a hopeful future, directly opposing the message of ruin and desolation in Jeremiah 19:8.
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 Lamentations 3:31-33
While Jeremiah 19:8 predicts ruin, Lamentations 3:31-33 emphasizes that the Lord does not willingly afflict or grieve the children of men, highlighting God's compassion amidst adversity.
Lamentations 3:31-33: For the Lord will not cast off for ever:
Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32
Contradicts Jeremiah 19:8 by stating that God takes no pleasure in the death of anyone, implying an ultimate desire for repentance and life rather than destruction.
Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]
Contradiction with Jonah 3:10
Contrary to the declaration of desolation in Jeremiah 19:8, Jonah 3:10 shows God's willingness to relent from disaster upon signs of repentance.
Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.
Contradiction with 2 Chronicles 7:14
This verse offers a promise of healing and forgiveness for those who turn away from wickedness, contrasting with the desolation outlined in Jeremiah 19:8.
2 Chronicles 7:14: If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land. [which...: Heb. upon whom my name is called]
Contradiction with Joel 2:13
While Jeremiah 19:8 outlines punishment, Joel 2:13 calls for repentance and emphasizes God's graciousness, mercifulness, and readiness to forgive.
Joel 2:13: And rend your heart, and not your garments, and turn unto the LORD your God: for he [is] gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and of great kindness, and repenteth him of the evil.
Contradiction with Micah 7:18
Contradicts Jeremiah 19:8 by highlighting God's delight in mercy, suggesting a preference for forgiveness over making a place desolate.
Micah 7:18: Who [is] a God like unto thee, that pardoneth iniquity, and passeth by the transgression of the remnant of his heritage? he retaineth not his anger for ever, because he delighteth [in] mercy.