Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 21:13

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 21:13 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 21:13. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christian understanding, this verse, written by the prophet Jeremiah, means that God is warning the people who feel safe in their strong homes that He is not happy with them. He wants them to know they cannot hide or be safe if they do wrong.

Jeremiah 21:13: Behold, I [am] against thee, O inhabitant of the valley, [and] rock of the plain, saith the LORD; which say, Who shall come down against us? or who shall enter into our habitations? [inhabitant: Heb. inhabitress]

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1-3

These verses talk about God being an ever-present help and a refuge even if the earth gives way, suggesting security in God's presence, while Jeremiah 21:13 speaks of a false sense of security leading to judgment.

Psalm 46:1-3: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:24-25

These verses describe the steadfast security of those who build their house on the rock (the teachings of Jesus), contradicting the false security of the inhabitants mentioned in Jeremiah 21:13.

Matthew 7:24-25: Therefore whosoever heareth these sayings of mine, and doeth them, I will liken him unto a wise man, which built his house upon a rock:

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:10

This verse states that the name of the Lord is a strong tower, suggesting that true safety comes from God, not like those falsely secure in their fortified city in Jeremiah 21:13.

Proverbs 18:10: The name of the LORD [is] a strong tower: the righteous runneth into it, and is safe. [safe: Heb. set aloft]
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