Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11
This verse speaks of plans for peace and not for evil, contrasting the intentions of terror and fear in Jeremiah 49:5.
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 1 John 4:18
This verse says there is no fear in love, emphasizing a theme contrary to the fear and terror mentioned in Jeremiah 49:5.
1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
This verse encourages not to fear, as God is with you, conflicting with the message of fear in Jeremiah 49:5.
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 23:4
This verse reassures that one should not fear evil because God is present, opposed to the terror predicted in Jeremiah 49:5.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with Romans 8:31
This verse suggests that if God is for us, no one can be against us, contrasting with the threat of terror in Jeremiah 49:5.
Romans 8:31: What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 49:5 speaks about bringing fear and distress upon certain people. The potential contradiction or conflict could arise when considering teachings about love, forgiveness, and peace that are central in other parts of the Bible. The challenge is reconciling the idea of instilling fear with the messages of compassion and mercy.