Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 48:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 48:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 48:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is telling the people that Moab is in big trouble and everyone is sad and crying because of it. They need to let others know that Moab has been badly hurt.

Jeremiah 48:20: Moab is confounded; for it is broken down: howl and cry; tell ye it in Arnon, that Moab is spoiled,

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

While Jeremiah 48:20 speaks about the destruction and shame of Moab, Jeremiah 29:11 conveys hope and a prosperous future, indicating opposing fates.

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 Isaiah 41:10

Jeremiah 48:20 describes abandonment and defeat, whereas Isaiah 41:10 reassures of God's presence and strength, suggesting protection rather than desolation.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

In contrast to the calamity in Jeremiah 48:20, Psalm 46:1 speaks of God as a refuge and strength, emphasizing divine support instead of downfall.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6

Jeremiah 48:20 is about Moab's downfall and shame, whereas Deuteronomy 31:6 encourages strength and courage with God's unfailing presence.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Romans 8:37

While Jeremiah 48:20 shows defeat, Romans 8:37 speaks of being more than conquerors, highlighting victory against adversaries.

Romans 8:37: Nay, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.

Contradiction with Nahum 1:7

Jeremiah 48:20 focuses on devastation, while Nahum 1:7 describes God as a stronghold and refuge in times of trouble, portraying safety and care.

Nahum 1:7: The LORD [is] good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him. [strong hold: or, strength]

Contradiction with 2 Samuel 22:2

The message in Jeremiah 48:20 is one of defeat, contrasting with 2 Samuel 22:2, where God is described as a rock and fortress, signifying protection.

2 Samuel 22:2: And he said, The LORD [is] my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer;
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