Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 4:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 4:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 4:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is saying that there will come a time when even the king and leaders will be very scared and confused, and the priests and prophets will not understand what is happening. It shows that when trouble comes, everyone will feel lost, no matter how important they are.

Jeremiah 4:9: And it shall come to pass at that day, saith the LORD, [that] the heart of the king shall perish, and the heart of the princes; and the priests shall be astonished, and the prophets shall wonder.

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1-2

Contradicts by conveying God's protection and strength, suggesting fearlessness, whereas Jeremiah 4:9 depicts fear and desolation.

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 1 John 4:18

Contradicts by stating perfect love casts out fear, while Jeremiah 4:9 describes a fear-consuming scenario.

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 Philippians 4:6-7

Contradicts by encouraging not to be anxious, unlike the panic and fear in Jeremiah 4:9.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Contradicts by instructing not to fear as God is with you, opposing the fear experienced in Jeremiah 4:9.

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 Joshua 1:9

Contradicts by commanding to be strong and not afraid, contrary to the fear and dismay in Jeremiah 4:9.

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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