Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 49:24

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 49:24 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 49:24. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, the people in Damascus are scared and overwhelmed, feeling as bad as a woman having a baby. They want to run away because they are so afraid and in pain.

Jeremiah 49:24: Damascus is waxed feeble, [and] turneth herself to flee, and fear hath seized on [her]: anguish and sorrows have taken her, as a woman in travail.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Isaiah 41:10 speaks of fearlessness and strength, offering encouragement and divine support, contrary to the depiction of fear and distress in Jeremiah 49:24.

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 46:1-2

Psalm 46:1-2 promotes fearlessness and confidence in God's protection, contradicting the hopelessness and fear described in Jeremiah 49:24.

Psalm 46:1-2: [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 2 Timothy 1:7

2 Timothy 1:7 tells believers they have not been given a spirit of fear but of power and a sound mind, opposing the fear and faintheartedness depicted in Jeremiah 49:24.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Joshua 1:9 encourages strength and courage, asserting that God is with you wherever you go, contrasting the fear and helplessness in Jeremiah 49:24.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
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