Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 1:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 1:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 1:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Jeremiah, God was talking to him and asked him what he could see. Jeremiah saw a stick from an almond tree, which God used to show that He is always watching over His promises.

Jeremiah 1:11: Moreover the word of the LORD came unto me, saying, Jeremiah, what seest thou? And I said, I see a rod of an almond tree.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:18

This verse emphasizes the importance of having a vision, contrasting with Jeremiah 1:11 where God presents a specific vision to Jeremiah.

Proverbs 29:18: Where [there is] no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy [is] he. [perish: or, is made naked]

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 2:9

Contradicts Jeremiah 1:11 by suggesting that what God prepares is beyond human perception, unlike the clear vision given to Jeremiah.

1 Corinthians 2:9: But as it is written, Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard, neither have entered into the heart of man, the things which God hath prepared for them that love him.

Contradiction with John 10:27

Focuses on hearing God's voice whereas Jeremiah 1:11 is about seeing a vision.

John 10:27: My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me:

Contradiction with Isaiah 45:15

Highlights God's hidden nature, conflicting with the direct revelation in Jeremiah 1:11.

Isaiah 45:15: Verily thou [art] a God that hidest thyself, O God of Israel, the Saviour.

Contradiction with Hebrews 11:1

Defines faith as belief in the unseen, whereas Jeremiah 1:11 involves a visible sign from God.

Hebrews 11:1: Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. [substance: or, ground, or, confidence]
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