Contradiction with Matthew 6:19
This verse advises against storing up treasures on earth, whereas Jeremiah 20:5 talks about the seizing of material treasures.
Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:
Contradiction with Luke 12:15
This verse warns against covetousness and suggests life is not about possessing abundant material wealth, contradicting the focus on material possessions in Jeremiah 20:5.
Luke 12:15: And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth.
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:4
This verse states that riches do not profit in the day of wrath, differing from the emphasis on wealth's seizure in Jeremiah 20:5.
Proverbs 11:4: Riches profit not in the day of wrath: but righteousness delivereth from death.
Contradiction with 1 Timothy 6:7
This verse emphasizes that we bring nothing into the world and can take nothing out, contradicting the concern for material wealth reflected in Jeremiah 20:5.
1 Timothy 6:7: For we brought nothing into [this] world, [and it is] certain we can carry nothing out.
Contradiction with James 5:1-3
This reference criticizes hoarding wealth, countering Jeremiah 20:5's depiction of treasured possessions.
James 5:1-3: Go to now, [ye] rich men, weep and howl for your miseries that shall come upon [you].
Paradox #1
Some people might see a contradiction in taking the wealth and possessions of others, which could be seen as conflicting with teachings that emphasize fairness, justice, and kindness. It raises questions about the fairness and ethics of benefiting from someone else's loss.