Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 24:8

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 24:8 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 24:8. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is saying that the bad people, like the yucky figs that can't be eaten, will get into big trouble. This means King Zedekiah and some others will face hard times because they didn't listen to God.

Jeremiah 24:8: And as the evil figs, which cannot be eaten, they are so evil; surely thus saith the LORD, So will I give Zedekiah the king of Judah, and his princes, and the residue of Jerusalem, that remain in this land, and them that dwell in the land of Egypt:

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

This verse speaks about God's desire for the wicked to turn from their ways and live, whereas Jeremiah 24:8 prophesies destruction for certain people.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

This verse emphasizes God's patience, wishing that none should perish but all should come to repentance, contrasting with the definitive bad fate of the figs in Jeremiah 24:8.

2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Contradiction with Jonah 3:10

God changes His mind about bringing disaster to Nineveh because they repented, which contrasts with the certain punishment in Jeremiah 24:8.

Jonah 3:10: And God saw their works, that they turned from their evil way; and God repented of the evil, that he had said that he would do unto them; and he did [it] not.

Contradiction with 1 Timothy 2:4

This verse mentions that God wants all people to be saved, differing from the intention of Jeremiah 24:8 to bring evil upon certain people.

1 Timothy 2:4: Who will have all men to be saved, and to come unto the knowledge of the truth.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11

God states He takes no pleasure in the death of the wicked, wishing they turn from evil and live, conflicting with Jeremiah 24:8 suggesting irrevocable harm.

Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?

Paradox #1

This verse contrasts God's care for some people while others face severe consequences, which might seem unfair or inconsistent. It raises questions about why certain people are favored and others are punished, challenging ideas of fairness and justice.

← Jeremiah 24:7
Share
Jeremiah 24:9 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.