Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 42:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 42:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 42:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, the prophet told the people that they pretended to be honest when they asked him to pray to God for guidance. They promised to do whatever God said, but they weren't really planning to listen and follow His words.

Jeremiah 42:20: For ye dissembled in your hearts, when ye sent me unto the LORD your God, saying, Pray for us unto the LORD our God; and according unto all that the LORD our God shall say, so declare unto us, and we will do [it]. [ye dissembled...: or, ye have used deceit against your souls]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse expresses God's plans for peace and a hopeful future, which contrasts with Jeremiah 42:20 where the people are accused of hypocrisy and deceit, lacking trust in God's plans.

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

This verse encourages trusting in the Lord wholeheartedly, while Jeremiah 42:20 highlights the people's failure to genuinely trust God, as they intend not to follow His guidance despite seeking it.

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

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