Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 40:7

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 40:7 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 40:7. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God wanted Gedaliah to take care of the people who stayed behind when many were taken to Babylon. This showed that even in hard times, God still watched over and cared for His people.

Jeremiah 40:7: Now when all the captains of the forces which [were] in the fields, [even] they and their men, heard that the king of Babylon had made Gedaliah the son of Ahikam governor in the land, and had committed unto him men, and women, and children, and of the poor of the land, of them that were not carried away captive to Babylon;

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Jeremiah 29:11 speaks of plans for peace and not for evil, whereas Jeremiah 40:7 mentions captains of the forces hearing about Gedaliah being made governor, which can signify political unrest and potential conflict.

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 Proverbs 3:5-6

These verses encourage trust in the Lord and not leaning on one’s understanding, while Jeremiah 40:7 involves political maneuvers and reliance on human leadership and decision-making, potentially reflecting a lack of trust in divine guidance.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Romans 13:1

Romans 13:1 talks about being subject to governing authorities as they are ordained by God, yet Jeremiah 40:7 shows a scenario where there may be resistance or unrest against Gedaliah's appointment as governor.

Romans 13:1: Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God. [ordained: or, ordered]
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