Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 42:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 42:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 42:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, he tells the people that he has listened to them and promises to talk to God about what they want. He will share everything God says back without leaving anything out.

Jeremiah 42:4: Then Jeremiah the prophet said unto them, I have heard [you]; behold, I will pray unto the LORD your God according to your words; and it shall come to pass, [that] whatsoever thing the LORD shall answer you, I will declare [it] unto you; I will keep nothing back from you.

Contradiction with James 1:5-6

These verses emphasize asking for wisdom from God with unwavering faith, rather than seeking confirmation from a prophet as seen in Jeremiah 42:4.

James 1:5-6: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6

This passage advises trusting in the Lord with all your heart and not leaning on your own understanding, which contrasts with seeking a prophet's insight as done in Jeremiah 42:4.

Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with 1 Samuel 28:6-7

King Saul sought guidance from God but did not receive a response, leading him to consult a medium, showcasing a different approach than the reliance on a prophet in Jeremiah 42:4.

1 Samuel 28:6-7: And when Saul enquired of the LORD, the LORD answered him not, neither by dreams, nor by Urim, nor by prophets.

Contradiction with Matthew 7:7-8

These verses suggest directly asking, seeking, and knocking in prayer to God for answers, offering a personal approach that contrasts with Jeremiah 42:4, where people look to a prophet.

Matthew 7:7-8: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:

Contradiction with Galatians 1:11-12

Paul emphasizes receiving revelation directly from Christ rather than through human intermediaries, contrasting the reliance on a prophet's mediation in Jeremiah 42:4.

Galatians 1:11-12: But I certify you, brethren, that the gospel which was preached of me is not after man.
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