Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 46:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 46:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 46:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, this verse means that God is very powerful and will defeat those who are against Him. It talks about a special time when God will fight and win over His enemies.

Jeremiah 46:10: For this [is] the day of the Lord GOD of hosts, a day of vengeance, that he may avenge him of his adversaries: and the sword shall devour, and it shall be satiate and made drunk with their blood: for the Lord GOD of hosts hath a sacrifice in the north country by the river Euphrates.

Contradiction with Exodus 14:14

This verse states that "The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace," which contrasts with Jeremiah 46:10's depiction of a day of vengeance and warfare by the Lord.

Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse says, "But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you," which contradicts the notion of divine vengeance seen in Jeremiah 46:10.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Ezekiel 33:11

This verse expresses, "As I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked," contrasting with the grim imagery of divine retribution found in Jeremiah 46:10.

Ezekiel 33:11: Say unto them, [As] I live, saith the Lord GOD, I have no pleasure in the death of the wicked; but that the wicked turn from his way and live: turn ye, turn ye from your evil ways; for why will ye die, O house of Israel?

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

"Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord," emphasizes personal non-retaliation, differing from the active divine vengeance executed in Jeremiah 46:10.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:9

"For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ," which conflicts with the concept of wrath and vengeance present in Jeremiah 46:10.

1 Thessalonians 5:9: For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ,

Paradox #1

Jeremiah 46:10 might raise questions about the nature of a compassionate and loving God, as it speaks about a day of vengeance and bloodshed. This could seem inconsistent with the view of God as merciful and forgiving. However, interpretations can vary, and many see such verses as reflections of divine justice against wrongdoing.

Paradox #2

This verse might be seen as morally inconsistent because it speaks about a day of vengeance from God. Some people may find it difficult to reconcile a loving and merciful God with one who seeks vengeance and causes destruction. This can create tension between the concepts of divine justice and mercy.

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