Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 45:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 45:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 45:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is saying that we shouldn't try to get lots of fancy things just for ourselves. Instead, He promises to keep us safe no matter where we go, even if tough times happen.

Jeremiah 45:5: And seekest thou great things for thyself? seek [them] not: for, behold, I will bring evil upon all flesh, saith the LORD: but thy life will I give unto thee for a prey in all places whither thou goest.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse speaks of God's plans for peace and prosperity, contrary to the warning of not seeking great things for oneself in Jeremiah 45:5.

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 Matthew 6:33

Where Jeremiah 45:5 discourages seeking greatness, Matthew encourages seeking the kingdom of God and His righteousness, promising all things will be added.

Matthew 6:33: But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:6

This encourages humbling oneself to be exalted by God, contrasting with Jeremiah's advice against seeking personal greatness.

1 Peter 5:6: Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time:

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