Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 49:25

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 49:25 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 49:25. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, people are surprised that the once happy and important city is now sad and empty. This shows how things have changed because something bad has happened.

Jeremiah 49:25: How is the city of praise not left, the city of my joy!

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

While Jeremiah 49:25 speaks of desolation and destruction, Jeremiah 29:11 talks about God's plans for peace and a hopeful future.

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 49:25 describes devastation, yet Isaiah 41:10 assures God's presence and support, encouraging not to fear.

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 distress in Jeremiah 49:25, Psalm 46:1 highlights God as a refuge and strength, offering help in times of trouble.

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 Romans 8:28

Whereas Jeremiah 49:25 implies ruin, Romans 8:28 promises that all things work together for good for those who love God.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
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