Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 46:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 46:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 46:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is telling Egypt that no matter how much medicine they use, they won't get better because they can't fix their problem on their own. It's like when you have a big mistake to fix, and you need help but don't want to ask for it.

Jeremiah 46:11: Go up into Gilead, and take balm, O virgin, the daughter of Egypt: in vain shalt thou use many medicines; [for] thou shalt not be cured. [thou shalt...: Heb. no cure shall be unto thee]

Contradiction with Jeremiah 30:17

This verse promises healing and restoration to the ill, contradicting Jeremiah 46:11 where healing is deemed impossible.

Jeremiah 30:17: For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD; because they called thee an Outcast, [saying], This [is] Zion, whom no man seeketh after.

Contradiction with Exodus 15:26

God declares Himself as a healer, contrasting with the notion of a futile search for healing in Jeremiah 46:11.

Exodus 15:26: And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I [am] the LORD that healeth thee.

Contradiction with Matthew 9:35

Jesus heals every disease and affliction, contradicting the assertion in Jeremiah 46:11 that healing is not available.

Matthew 9:35: And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.

Contradiction with James 5:14-15

These verses speak of the power of prayer and faith to heal the sick, opposing the idea presented in Jeremiah 46:11 that no medicine will avail.

James 5:14-15: Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord:

Paradox #1

The contradiction or inconsistency in Jeremiah 46:11 could be seen as the verse suggesting a remedy or solution that ultimately won't work, reflecting a broader theme of relying on false hopes or ineffective solutions. This can be morally contradictory if interpreted as misleading advice or false assurance. In simpler terms, it's like being told something will help you, even when it's known that it won't actually solve the problem.

Disclaimer: The content provided at PolarBible.com is for educational purposes only. Readers have the full right to agree or disagree with the interpretations and conclusions presented. We take no responsibility for any actions or decisions taken based on the information shared as Polar Verses.