Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 38:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 38:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 38:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Prophet Jeremiah, Ebedmelech was a caring friend who helped save Jeremiah from a deep, dark pit by using old cloths to lift him out safely. This story shows that helping others and being brave can make a big difference.

Jeremiah 38:11: So Ebedmelech took the men with him, and went into the house of the king under the treasury, and took thence old cast clouts and old rotten rags, and let them down by cords into the dungeon to Jeremiah.

Contradiction with Proverbs 11:14

This verse emphasizes the importance of having counsel and support, whereas Jeremiah 38:11 describes a situation where Jeremiah relies on limited help to survive.

Proverbs 11:14: Where no counsel [is], the people fall: but in the multitude of counsellors [there is] safety.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse teaches to love enemies and do good to those who persecute, which contrasts with the lack of aid provided by the officials who opposed Jeremiah.

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 Proverbs 19:20

Advises seeking and listening to counsel to gain wisdom, unlike the decision to lower Jeremiah into a cistern without seeking his counsel.

Proverbs 19:20: Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end.

Contradiction with Romans 12:21

Encourages overcoming evil with good, opposing the negative action of imprisoning Jeremiah without proper cause.

Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

Commands to love enemies and bless those who curse you, contradicting the lack of care shown towards Jeremiah by his captors.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Proverbs 31:8-9

Advocates for speaking up for those who cannot speak for themselves, in contrast with how Jeremiah was treated without defense.

Proverbs 31:8-9: Open thy mouth for the dumb in the cause of all such as are appointed to destruction. [such...: Heb. the sons of destruction]

Contradiction with Exodus 23:4-5

Commands to help your enemy’s animal if it is in trouble, contrasting with the callous treatment Jeremiah received.

Exodus 23:4-5: If thou meet thine enemy's ox or his ass going astray, thou shalt surely bring it back to him again.
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