Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 41:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 41:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 41:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of the book, Ishmael took many people from a place called Mizpah, including the daughters of the king, and led them away to another place. This happened after a leader named Gedaliah was put in charge by a guard captain named Nebuzaradan.

Jeremiah 41:10: Then Ishmael carried away captive all the residue of the people that [were] in Mizpah, [even] the king's daughters, and all the people that remained in Mizpah, whom Nebuzaradan the captain of the guard had committed to Gedaliah the son of Ahikam: and Ishmael the son of Nethaniah carried them away captive, and departed to go over to the Ammonites.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse says "Thou shalt not kill," contradicting Jeremiah 41:10 where Ishmael kills people.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

It instructs to love your enemies, which contradicts Ishmael's violent actions in Jeremiah 41:10.

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 12:19

Advises against taking vengeance, contradicting Ishmael's revengeful actions in Jeremiah 41:10.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:31

Advises not to envy a violent man or choose any of his ways, contradicting the violent actions of Ishmael in Jeremiah 41:10.

Proverbs 3:31: Envy thou not the oppressor, and choose none of his ways. [the oppressor: Heb. a man of violence]

Contradiction with James 4:1-2

Warns against wars and fighting among people, contradicting the murder and capture in Jeremiah 41:10.

James 4:1-2: From whence [come] wars and fightings among you? [come they] not hence, [even] of your lusts that war in your members? [fightings: or, brawlings] [lusts: or, pleasures]
← Jeremiah 41:9
Share
Jeremiah 41:11 →
Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.