Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 36:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 36:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 36:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Christian understanding, the author, Jeremiah, shows that even though the king wanted to capture Baruch and Jeremiah, God kept them safe and hidden from harm. This teaches that God can protect His people even when others try to hurt them.

Jeremiah 36:26: But the king commanded Jerahmeel the son of Hammelech, and Seraiah the son of Azriel, and Shelemiah the son of Abdeel, to take Baruch the scribe and Jeremiah the prophet: but the LORD hid them. [of Hammelech: or, of the king]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jeremiah 36:26 shows a king's hostility towards a prophet and command to capture him, whereas Matthew 5:44 urges love for enemies, suggesting a peaceful approach.

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 Psalm 105:15

Jeremiah 36:26 involves a threat against God’s prophets, while Psalm 105:15 advises against harming prophets, stating "Touch not mine anointed."

Psalm 105:15: [Saying], Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Jeremiah 36:26 demonstrates a king's vengeful intent, while Romans 12:19 advises against personal vengeance, leaving punishment to God.

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 Proverbs 21:1

Jeremiah 36:26 implies a king acting of his own will against God's prophets, whereas Proverbs 21:1 suggests that a king’s heart is directed by the Lord, indicating divine influence over kingly actions.

Proverbs 21:1: The king's heart [is] in the hand of the LORD, [as] the rivers of water: he turneth it whithersoever he will.

Contradiction with Isaiah 54:17

Jeremiah 36:26 entails an attempt to harm God’s servants, but Isaiah 54:17 states that no weapon formed against them will prosper, highlighting divine protection.

Isaiah 54:17: No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue [that] shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This [is] the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness [is] of me, saith the LORD.
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