Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
While both verses imply divine support, Isaiah 41:10 is more comforting and general, whereas Jeremiah 42:11 reassures specifically against fear of the Babylonian king.
Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.
Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
Exodus emphasizes God's active intervention, whereas Jeremiah 42:11 reassures through the prevalence of divine presence.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6
Like Jeremiah 42:11, this verse speaks of courage but highlights a broader divine companionship and support.
Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.
Contradiction with Psalm 23:4
Psalm 23:4 speaks to divine presence broadly through personal difficulties, but not specific to political threats like in Jeremiah 42:11.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:6
This verse assures individuals generally about God's help against human adversaries, whereas Jeremiah 42:11 refers specifically to the Babylonian king.
Hebrews 13:6: So that we may boldly say, The Lord [is] my helper, and I will not fear what man shall do unto me.
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 42:11 advises trusting in divine protection and not fearing a powerful ruler. The potential contradiction might arise if this encourages people to ignore practical safety measures or unjust situations, by placing faith solely in divine intervention. This could conflict with the responsibility to act wisely and protect oneself through practical means.