Contradiction with Proverbs 24:21-22
These verses advise fear of the Lord and not associating with those who are given to change, contrasting with Jeremiah 40:8 where people come to Gedaliah for change in leadership and allegiance.
Proverbs 24:21-22: My son, fear thou the LORD and the king: [and] meddle not with them that are given to change: [them...: Heb. changers]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
This verse teaches to love and pray for enemies, contrasting with the gathering in Jeremiah 40:8 which eventually leads to a conspiracy.
Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
Contradiction with Romans 13:1
Advises to be subject to governing authorities without resistance, which would contradict the gathering for political reasons in Jeremiah 40:8.
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]
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:13-14
Urges submission to authority, even as Jeremiah 40:8 gathers leaders amidst political upheaval.
1 Peter 2:13-14: Submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord's sake: whether it be to the king, as supreme;