Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 48:31

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 48:31 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 48:31. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God feels very sad for the people of Moab and is grieving for them, like someone who cries when they are upset. He cares about everyone, even those who are in trouble or have made mistakes.

Jeremiah 48:31: Therefore will I howl for Moab, and I will cry out for all Moab; [mine heart] shall mourn for the men of Kirheres.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

This verse advises against rejoicing or feeling glad at the downfall of one's enemies, whereas Jeremiah 48:31 speaks of wailing and lamentation over Moab.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

This verse instructs to love and pray for enemies, which contrasts with the lamentation over Moab's destruction in Jeremiah 48:31.

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 Romans 12:15

This verse encourages to rejoice with those who rejoice and weep with those who weep. Jeremiah 48:31 laments over Moab, despite them being enemies.

Romans 12:15: Rejoice with them that do rejoice, and weep with them that weep.
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