Contradiction with 1 John 4:1
This verse advises to test every spirit to see if they are from God, implying discernment is needed, while Jeremiah 23:11 suggests that prophets and priests who are supposed to represent God are corrupt.
1 John 4:1: Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets are gone out into the world.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:9
Describes believers as a royal priesthood, set apart to declare God's praises, indicating a positive view of priests, contradicting the corruption of priests in Jeremiah 23:11.
1 Peter 2:9: But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light: [peculiar: or, purchased] [praises: or, virtues]
Contradiction with Hebrews 8:6
Speaks of Jesus as the high priest of a better covenant, in contrast to the priests mentioned in Jeremiah 23:11 who are involved in wrongdoing.
Hebrews 8:6: But now hath he obtained a more excellent ministry, by how much also he is the mediator of a better covenant, which was established upon better promises. [covenant: or, testament]
Contradiction with Malachi 2:7
Emphasizes the priest's role in preserving knowledge and delivering instruction, which is contradictory to the corrupt behavior of priests in Jeremiah 23:11.
Malachi 2:7: For the priest's lips should keep knowledge, and they should seek the law at his mouth: for he [is] the messenger of the LORD of hosts.
Contradiction with Psalm 119:9
Advises how a young person can maintain purity by following God's word, contrasting the unclean ways of priests and prophets mentioned in Jeremiah 23:11.
Psalm 119:9: BETH. Wherewithal shall a young man cleanse his way? by taking heed [thereto] according to thy word.
Contradiction with Romans 12:1
Encourages believers to offer their bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God, which contrasts with the defilement mentioned among the clergy in Jeremiah 23:11.
Romans 12:1: I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God, [which is] your reasonable service.
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 23:11 highlights the wrongdoing of prophets and priests. Some might find a contradiction or inconsistency in religious leaders, who are expected to guide others towards righteousness, being accused of corruption themselves. This can be conflicting for those who see religious figures as moral exemplars.