Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 38:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 38:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 38:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, the leaders wanted the king to punish a man named Jeremiah because they thought he was making the soldiers and people lose hope by saying things they didn't like. They believed he wasn't trying to help them, but was making things worse.

Jeremiah 38:4: Therefore the princes said unto the king, We beseech thee, let this man be put to death: for thus he weakeneth the hands of the men of war that remain in this city, and the hands of all the people, in speaking such words unto them: for this man seeketh not the welfare of this people, but the hurt. [welfare: Heb. peace]

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:19

This verse states that truthful lips endure forever, contradicting the accusation against Jeremiah of discouraging the people with false prophecy.

Proverbs 12:19: The lip of truth shall be established for ever: but a lying tongue [is] but for a moment.

Contradiction with Proverbs 14:5

It states a faithful witness will not lie, contradicting the officials' claim that Jeremiah is demoralizing people with lies.

Proverbs 14:5: A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:5

This verse warns that a false witness will not go unpunished, contradicting the suggestion that Jeremiah should be killed for his supposed deceit.

Proverbs 19:5: A false witness shall not be unpunished, and [he that] speaketh lies shall not escape. [unpunished: Heb. held innocent]

Contradiction with Isaiah 50:7

This verse emphasizes God's support, contradicting the officials' view that Jeremiah's prophecy is false and harmful.

Isaiah 50:7: For the Lord GOD will help me; therefore shall I not be confounded: therefore have I set my face like a flint, and I know that I shall not be ashamed.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:11

It blesses those who are falsely accused for righteousness' sake, contradicting the official's desire to kill Jeremiah for his prophecies.

Matthew 5:11: Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. [falsely: Gr. lying]

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:14

This verse encourages facing suffering for righteousness, contradicting the threat against Jeremiah for speaking God's truth.

1 Peter 3:14: But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy [are ye]: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Jeremiah 38:4 might arise from the clash between authority and truth. The people in power wanted to punish someone for speaking what he believed was a necessary truth, even though it could save them from harm. This creates a tension between following orders and standing up for what one believes is right.

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