Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 31:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 31:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 31:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God says He makes tired and sad people feel full and happy again. This means God helps everyone feel better and strong when they are feeling down.

Jeremiah 31:25: For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

Contradicts as it emphasizes seeking rest directly from Jesus rather than being promised rest without seeking.

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

Contradiction with Isaiah 57:20

Contradicts by describing the wicked as being unable to rest, unlike the implied universal rest in Jeremiah 31:25.

Isaiah 57:20: But the wicked [are] like the troubled sea, when it cannot rest, whose waters cast up mire and dirt.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9

Contradicts by highlighting strength in weakness through grace, whereas Jeremiah 31:25 offers direct satiation of the weary.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Contradiction with Job 3:26

Contradicts by describing continual unrest and turmoil, opposing the promise of refreshment in Jeremiah 31:25.

Job 3:26: I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came.

Contradiction with Hebrews 4:9-10

Contradicts by explaining rest as a future hope rather than a present experience as implied in Jeremiah 31:25.

Hebrews 4:9-10: There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God. [rest: or, keeping of a sabbath]

Contradiction with Lamentations 5:5

Contradicts by mentioning ongoing toil and lack of rest, opposing the promise of refreshment and satiation.

Lamentations 5:5: Our necks [are] under persecution: we labour, [and] have no rest. [Our...: Heb. On our necks are we persecuted]
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