Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 2:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 2:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 2:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is telling people not to run to things that are bad for them, like walking without shoes or being really thirsty. But the people are saying they won't change because they love doing things their own way, even if it's not good.

Jeremiah 2:25: Withhold thy foot from being unshod, and thy throat from thirst: but thou saidst, There is no hope: no; for I have loved strangers, and after them will I go. [There...: or, Is the case desperate?]

Contradiction with Psalm 37:4

This verse suggests delighting in the Lord, which contrasts with the desire to not restrain one’s behavior as described in Jeremiah 2:25.

Psalm 37:4: Delight thyself also in the LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:6

This verse advises acknowledging God in all ways, contradicting the self-directed pursuit mentioned in Jeremiah 2:25.

Proverbs 3:6: In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Contradiction with Romans 12:2

Advises transformation by the renewal of the mind, which opposes the stubbornness in following one's own ways in Jeremiah 2:25.

Romans 12:2: And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what [is] that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Invites those who are weary to come to Christ for rest, contrary to the refusal of rest in Jeremiah 2:25.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Proverbs 16:3

Encourages committing one's works to the Lord, opposing the refusal to be restrained in personal pursuit emphasized in Jeremiah 2:25.

Proverbs 16:3: Commit thy works unto the LORD, and thy thoughts shall be established. [Commit: Heb. Roll]

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Jeremiah 2:25 could relate to the tension between personal desires and the call to spiritual or moral discipline. The verse addresses the idea of stubbornness or insistence on following one's own desires despite knowing the right path or being advised otherwise. This can conflict with the broader biblical teaching of submitting one's will to God's guidance.

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