Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 38:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 38:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 38:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God was warning the people that if they didn't listen to Him, the enemy would take their families away and destroy their city. It was like a big reminder to do the right thing and follow God's words.

Jeremiah 38:23: So they shall bring out all thy wives and thy children to the Chaldeans: and thou shalt not escape out of their hand, but shalt be taken by the hand of the king of Babylon: and thou shalt cause this city to be burned with fire. [thou shalt cause...: Heb. thou shalt burn, etc]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse speaks of God's plans for peace and hope, contradicting the destruction and captivity foretold in Jeremiah 38:23.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Promises God's support and fearlessness, which contrasts with the despair and defeat in Jeremiah 38:23.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6

Encourages strength and courage with God's presence, contrary to the prediction of being overpowered in Jeremiah 38:23.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Psalms 46:1

Declares God as a refuge and strength, opposing the abandonment and downfall in Jeremiah 38:23.

Psalms 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Asserts that all things work for good for those who love God, differing from the negative outcome in Jeremiah 38:23.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
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