Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 23:29

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 23:29 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 23:29. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God's words are powerful like fire that can change things and like a hammer that can break big stones. This means that what God says can make a big difference and has the strength to change even the hardest hearts.

Jeremiah 23:29: [Is] not my word like as a fire? saith the LORD; and like a hammer [that] breaketh the rock in pieces?

Contradiction with James 1:19

This verse suggests being swift to hear and slow to speak, which contrasts with Jeremiah 23:29's depiction of God's word as a forceful fire and hammer.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with 1 Kings 19:12

God's voice is described as a "still small voice," which contradicts the powerful and destructive imagery in Jeremiah 23:29.

1 Kings 19:12: And after the earthquake a fire; [but] the LORD [was] not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:29

Jesus emphasizes gentleness and humility, contrasting with the forceful imagery of a hammer in Jeremiah 23:29.

Matthew 11:29: Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

A gentle answer is advocated for turning away wrath, which contradicts the destructive and forceful nature of God's word in Jeremiah 23:29.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 14:33

God is described as not being the author of confusion, while Jeremiah 23:29's depiction as fire and a hammer suggests a more disruptive force.

1 Corinthians 14:33: For God is not [the author] of confusion, but of peace, as in all churches of the saints. [confusion: Gr. tumult, or, unquietness]
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