Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 29:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 29:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 29:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Jeremiah, God is warning the people that because they are doing wrong things, He will send hard times like fighting, hunger, and sickness. These troubles will be so bad that it will be like seeing rotten fruit that nobody can eat.

Jeremiah 29:17: Thus saith the LORD of hosts; Behold, I will send upon them the sword, the famine, and the pestilence, and will make them like vile figs, that cannot be eaten, they are so evil.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

While Jeremiah 29:17 speaks of harm coming upon people, Matthew 5:44 encourages love and prayers for enemies, suggesting a compassionate approach rather than harm.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Contrary to Jeremiah 29:17's implication of divine retribution, Romans 12:19 advises leaving vengeance to God and not seeking revenge.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Ezekiel 18:32

While Jeremiah 29:17 involves destruction, Ezekiel 18:32 states that God takes no pleasure in death and encourages repentance for life.

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 James 2:13

Jeremiah 29:17 indicates wrath, but James 2:13 speaks of mercy triumphing over judgment.

James 2:13: For he shall have judgment without mercy, that hath shewed no mercy; and mercy rejoiceth against judgment. [rejoiceth: or, glorieth]

Contradiction with 1 John 4:8

In contrast to the judgment in Jeremiah 29:17, 1 John 4:8 emphasizes that "God is love," highlighting a benevolent nature.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Unlike Jeremiah 29:17's context of punishment, Luke 6:27 teaches to love enemies and do good to those who hate you.

Luke 6:27: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,
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