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.