Contradiction with Deuteronomy 12:31
This verse condemns the worship of other gods and detestable practices, contradicting the allowance or recording of incense burning and sacrifices to other gods in Jeremiah 44:21.
Deuteronomy 12:31: Thou shalt not do so unto the LORD thy God: for every abomination to the LORD, which he hateth, have they done unto their gods; for even their sons and their daughters they have burnt in the fire to their gods. [to the: Heb. of the]
Contradiction with Exodus 34:14
This verse emphasizes that worship should be solely directed towards God, which contradicts the context of Jeremiah 44:21 where other gods were being worshipped through incense burning.
Exodus 34:14: For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name [is] Jealous, [is] a jealous God:
Contradiction with 1 Kings 18:21
Elijah challenges the Israelites to choose between God and Baal, highlighting the need for exclusive devotion to God, which contrasts with the practice referred to in Jeremiah 44:21.
1 Kings 18:21: And Elijah came unto all the people, and said, How long halt ye between two opinions? if the LORD [be] God, follow him: but if Baal, [then] follow him. And the people answered him not a word. [opinions: or, thoughts]
Contradiction with Isaiah 42:8
This verse states that God will not give His glory to another or His praise to idols, contradicting the historical practices mentioned in Jeremiah 44:21.
Isaiah 42:8: I [am] the LORD: that [is] my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.
Contradiction with Exodus 20:3
The commandment to have no other gods before the one true God stands in stark opposition to the actions described in Jeremiah 44:21.
Exodus 20:3: Thou shalt have no other gods before me.
Contradiction with Matthew 4:10
Jesus instructs to worship the Lord your God and serve Him only, which contradicts the historical actions referenced in Jeremiah 44:21.
Matthew 4:10: Then saith Jesus unto him, Get thee hence, Satan: for it is written, Thou shalt worship the Lord thy God, and him only shalt thou serve.
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 44:21 involves a discussion about idol worship and its consequences, which can bring up a contradiction for some readers. On one hand, it highlights the importance of following God's commandments. On the other hand, it may seem harsh or inconsistent with the idea of a loving and forgiving God, as it describes severe punishment for disobedience. This tension between justice and mercy can be seen as a moral conflict or contradiction.