Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 39:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 39:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 39:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Jeremiah, God protected Jeremiah, the prophet, by using the king of Babylon. The king told his top guard to take care of Jeremiah and keep him safe.

Jeremiah 39:11: Now Nebuchadrezzar king of Babylon gave charge concerning Jeremiah to Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard, saying, [to: Heb. by the hand of] [captain...: or, chief marshal: Heb. chief of the executioners, or, slaughtermen]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:25-26

While Jeremiah 39:11 depicts the favor and protection of Jeremiah by Nebuchadnezzar, Proverbs 3:25-26 assures protection and confidence from the Lord amidst fear, highlighting a divine rather than human origin.

Proverbs 3:25-26: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

Contradiction with Psalm 146:3

Jeremiah 39:11 shows Nebuchadnezzar caring for Jeremiah, but this verse advises against placing trust in princes, suggesting a contradiction in relying on human authority for security.

Psalm 146:3: Put not your trust in princes, [nor] in the son of man, in whom [there is] no help. [help: or, salvation]

Contradiction with Isaiah 31:1

This verse warns against seeking aid from earthly powers like Egypt, implying a contradiction to the reliance on a foreign king as depicted in Jeremiah 39:11.

Isaiah 31:1: Woe to them that go down to Egypt for help; and stay on horses, and trust in chariots, because [they are] many; and in horsemen, because they are very strong; but they look not unto the Holy One of Israel, neither seek the LORD!
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