Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 37:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 37:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 37:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, he is asking King Zedekiah why he is being punished and put in jail when he hasn't done anything wrong to the king, his helpers, or the people. Jeremiah feels confused and wants to know why he is treated unfairly.

Jeremiah 37:18: Moreover Jeremiah said unto king Zedekiah, What have I offended against thee, or against thy servants, or against this people, that ye have put me in prison?

Contradiction with Proverbs 13:3

Contradicts by emphasizing that keeping one's mouth leads to preservation, whereas Jeremiah 37:18 suggests speaking out boldly despite the potential consequences.

Proverbs 13:3: He that keepeth his mouth keepeth his life: [but] he that openeth wide his lips shall have destruction.

Contradiction with Proverbs 29:11

Contradicts by suggesting wisdom in restraining one's words, while Jeremiah 37:18 portrays Jeremiah speaking boldly to the king.

Proverbs 29:11: A fool uttereth all his mind: but a wise [man] keepeth it in till afterwards.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:37

Contradicts by recommending straightforwardness with "yes" or "no," contrasting with Jeremiah’s more elaborate defense of his actions.

Matthew 5:37: But let your communication be, Yea, yea; Nay, nay: for whatsoever is more than these cometh of evil.
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