Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 48:39

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 48:39 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 48:39. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God says the people of Moab will be very upset and embarrassed because their city is broken down, and other people will laugh at and be scared of what happened to them.

Jeremiah 48:39: They shall howl, [saying], How is it broken down! how hath Moab turned the back with shame! so shall Moab be a derision and a dismaying to all them about him. [back: Heb. neck]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:3

While Jeremiah 48:39 speaks of desolation and trembling, this verse talks about unexpected destruction occurring when there is a sense of peace and safety, contrasting the anticipated desolation in Jeremiah.

1 Thessalonians 5:3: For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Jeremiah 48:39 deals with despair, while this verse promises renewed strength and soaring like eagles for those who wait upon the Lord, contradicting the notion of despair with hope.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

Jeremiah mentions lamentation and wailing, whereas this verse assures that God is a refuge and strength, a present help in trouble, suggesting stability instead of desolation.

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 John 16:33

Jeremiah discusses turmoil, yet this verse assures peace in Christ despite tribulation, presenting a contradiction between turmoil and divine peace.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Jeremiah 48:39 focuses on breaking, but this verse emphasizes God's support and strength, offering reassurance against fear and dismay.

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.
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