Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jesus teaches to love your enemies and do good to those who hate you, contradicting the retributive justice in Jeremiah 21:14.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Paul tells believers to not take revenge and leave room for God's wrath, yet Jeremiah 21:14 speaks of direct recompense.
Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22
Advises not to say, "I will recompense evil," which contrasts with the theme of repayment in Jeremiah 21:14.
Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9
Encourages not to repay evil with evil or insult with insult, opposing the reciprocity expressed in Jeremiah 21:14.
1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.
Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28
Calls for love, blessing, and prayer for those who mistreat you, unlike the punitive sense in Jeremiah 21:14.
Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Jeremiah 21:14 could be seen in how it emphasizes punishment and retribution. Some might find this in conflict with other teachings in the Bible that focus on forgiveness, mercy, and grace. This tension raises questions about how justice and mercy are balanced in biblical teachings.