Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 41:7

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According to the prophet Jeremiah, this verse tells us about a man named Ishmael who tricked some people and did something very bad by hurting them and putting them in a deep hole. Christians might understand this as a reminder that doing bad things to others is wrong, and God wants people to be kind and honest instead.

Jeremiah 41:7: And it was [so], when they came into the midst of the city, that Ishmael the son of Nethaniah slew them, [and cast them] into the midst of the pit, he, and the men that [were] with him.

Contradiction with Exodus 23:1

Jeremiah 41:7 involves deception and a massacre, whereas Exodus 23:1 advises against spreading false reports or joining with the wicked.

Exodus 23:1: Thou shalt not raise a false report: put not thine hand with the wicked to be an unrighteous witness. [raise: or, receive]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jesus teaches to love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, which contrasts with the act of murder in Jeremiah 41:7.

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 12:17

Encourages not repaying evil for evil, opposing the violent betrayal seen in Jeremiah 41:7.

Romans 12:17: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Instructs to not return evil for evil or insult for insult, conflicting with the actions of Ismael in Jeremiah 41:7.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:29

Advises against plotting harm against a neighbor, directly opposed to the deceit and killing in Jeremiah 41:7.

Proverbs 3:29: Devise not evil against thy neighbour, seeing he dwelleth securely by thee. [Devise...: or, Practise no evil]
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