Contradiction with Jeremiah 23:3
While Jeremiah 22:20 speaks of crying and lamentation over desolation, Jeremiah 23:3 speaks of gathering the remnant of the flock and bringing them back to fruitful lands, indicating restoration rather than destruction.
Jeremiah 23:3: And I will gather the remnant of my flock out of all countries whither I have driven them, and will bring them again to their folds; and they shall be fruitful and increase.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:16
This verse advises refraining from weeping and promising that the work will be rewarded, contrasting Jeremiah 22:20 where lamentation and grief are prevalent and there is an absence of immediate hope.
Jeremiah 31:16: Thus saith the LORD; Refrain thy voice from weeping, and thine eyes from tears: for thy work shall be rewarded, saith the LORD; and they shall come again from the land of the enemy.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:1-2
These verses offer comfort to Jerusalem, proclaiming that her warfare is accomplished and iniquity pardoned, contrasting with Jeremiah 22:20 which depicts weeping over loss and destruction.
Isaiah 40:1-2: Comfort ye, comfort ye my people, saith your God.
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:31-32
These verses affirm that the Lord will not cast off forever, showing eventual compassion and hope which is contrary to the ongoing lamentation and despair suggested in Jeremiah 22:20.
Lamentations 3:31-32: For the Lord will not cast off for ever:
Contradiction with Zechariah 8:4-5
This passage describes a future of peace and prosperity in Jerusalem, with elderly people and children in the streets, contradicting the image of devastation and mourning in Jeremiah 22:20.
Zechariah 8:4-5: Thus saith the LORD of hosts; There shall yet old men and old women dwell in the streets of Jerusalem, and every man with his staff in his hand for very age. [very...: Heb. multitude of days]