Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 28:16

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 28:16 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 28:16. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is very angry with someone for teaching others to go against Him, and He says that this person will not live much longer because of it. It's like when someone breaks a very important rule, and they have to face big consequences.

Jeremiah 28:16: Therefore thus saith the LORD; Behold, I will cast thee from off the face of the earth: this year thou shalt die, because thou hast taught rebellion against the LORD. [rebellion: Heb. revolt]

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:21

States that many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails, whereas Jeremiah 28:16 implies a specific, unchangeable outcome.

Proverbs 19:21: [There are] many devices in a man's heart; nevertheless the counsel of the LORD, that shall stand.

Contradiction with Jonah 3:10

Shows that God can relent and not bring about the promised calamity, which contradicts the certainty of Jeremiah 28:16.

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 2 Kings 20:1

Initially states that Hezekiah will die but later this decree is changed, contrasting the definite outcome in Jeremiah 28:16.

2 Kings 20:1: In those days was Hezekiah sick unto death. And the prophet Isaiah the son of Amoz came to him, and said unto him, Thus saith the LORD, Set thine house in order; for thou shalt die, and not live. [Set...: Heb. Give charge concerning thine house]

Contradiction with Genesis 18:23-32

Illustrates God's willingness to change plans if righteous people are found, contrasting with the fixed judgment in Jeremiah 28:16.

Genesis 18:23-32: And Abraham drew near, and said, Wilt thou also destroy the righteous with the wicked?

Contradiction with 2 Kings 20:5

Displays that God added years to Hezekiah’s life, contradicting the terminal prophecy in Jeremiah 28:16.

2 Kings 20:5: Turn again, and tell Hezekiah the captain of my people, Thus saith the LORD, the God of David thy father, I have heard thy prayer, I have seen thy tears: behold, I will heal thee: on the third day thou shalt go up unto the house of the LORD.

Paradox #1

The contradiction in this verse might be seen in the idea of divine punishment versus forgiveness. The verse talks about severe consequences for false prophecy, which might conflict with themes of forgiveness and mercy found elsewhere in the Bible. This could be seen as inconsistent because it portrays a harsh judgment rather than offering a chance for redemption.

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