Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 49:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 49:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 49:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is saying that even people who weren't supposed to be punished got punished, so the ones who did wrong will definitely be punished too. It means that nobody can escape from getting in trouble if they've done something bad.

Jeremiah 49:12: For thus saith the LORD; Behold, they whose judgment [was] not to drink of the cup have assuredly drunken; and [art] thou he [that] shall altogether go unpunished? thou shalt not go unpunished, but thou shalt surely drink [of it].

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Jeremiah 49:12 speaks of punishment and destruction, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches love and forgiveness towards enemies, showing a contrast in responding to wrongdoing.

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 18:32

Jeremiah 49:12 implies judgment, but Ezekiel 18:32 states that God takes no pleasure in the death of anyone, highlighting a discrepancy in the view of divine justice.

Ezekiel 18:32: For I have no pleasure in the death of him that dieth, saith the Lord GOD: wherefore turn [yourselves], and live ye. [yourselves: or, others]

Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9

While Jeremiah 49:12 talks about imminent judgment, 2 Peter 3:9 emphasizes God's patience and desire for everyone to come to repentance, contrasting the immediacy of punishment.

2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Jeremiah 49:12 indicates direct divine retribution, whereas Romans 12:19 advises believers to leave vengeance to God, underscoring a difference in the approach to justice.

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 John 4:8

Jeremiah 49:12 describes a vengeful act, contrasting with 1 John 4:8, which emphasizes that God is love, offering a differing perspective on God's nature.

1 John 4:8: He that loveth not knoweth not God; for God is love.

Paradox #1

Jeremiah 49:12 might present a contradiction or inconsistency by implying that those who seem not deserving of punishment might receive it while those who deserve punishment might escape it. This could conflict with the concept of fair and just treatment. However, interpretations vary, and not everyone may see a contradiction.

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