Contradiction with Deuteronomy 4:30-31
While Jeremiah 3:6 discusses Israel's backsliding, Deuteronomy 4:30-31 speaks of God's mercy and willingness to not forsake His people when they return in distress, contrasting the idea of persistent unfaithfulness.
Deuteronomy 4:30-31: When thou art in tribulation, and all these things are come upon thee, [even] in the latter days, if thou turn to the LORD thy God, and shalt be obedient unto his voice; [are...: Heb. have found thee]
Contradiction with Hosea 14:4
This verse promises healing for backsliding and love freely given, which contrasts with Jeremiah 3:6's focus on Israel's continual unfaithfulness and need for repentance.
Hosea 14:4: I will heal their backsliding, I will love them freely: for mine anger is turned away from him.
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:7-8
Here, God assures of a short separation followed by great mercy, which contrasts Jeremiah 3:6’s depiction of sustained rebellion without immediate reconciliation.
Isaiah 54:7-8: For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 11:19-20
This verse offers the promise of inner transformation and a new heart, contrasting the persistent backsliding in Jeremiah 3:6, suggesting potential for change and renewal.
Ezekiel 11:19-20: And I will give them one heart, and I will put a new spirit within you; and I will take the stony heart out of their flesh, and will give them an heart of flesh:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:33-34
Though from the same prophet, this passage promises a new covenant of forgiveness and knowledge of God, differing from the repeated admonishment for unfaithfulness in Jeremiah 3:6.
Jeremiah 31:33-34: But this [shall be] the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel; After those days, saith the LORD, I will put my law in their inward parts, and write it in their hearts; and will be their God, and they shall be my people.