Contradiction with Exodus 20:13
Jeremiah 50:35 speaks of a sword against groups, implying a form of violence or death, which contradicts the commandment "Thou shalt not kill."
Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Jeremiah 50:35 discusses enmity and a sword against certain people, while Matthew advises to love your enemies and bless those who curse you, which is contradictory.
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 Isaiah 2:4
Jeremiah 50:35 mentions a sword against various groups, while Isaiah 2:4 envisions a time when swords will be turned into plowshares, promoting peace instead of conflict.
Isaiah 2:4: And he shall judge among the nations, and shall rebuke many people: and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [pruninghooks: or, scythes]
Contradiction with Romans 12:19
Jeremiah 50:35 indicates divine retribution through a sword, whereas Romans advises individuals not to take vengeance but leave it to the wrath of God.
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 Matthew 26:52
Jeremiah 50:35 refers to a sword against people, while Matthew states that those who take the sword shall perish with it, suggesting a condemnation of violence.
Matthew 26:52: Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 50:35 speaks about a sword against certain groups as a form of divine judgment. The potential conflict some people might see is with the Bible's teachings about love and forgiveness. It might seem inconsistent to have both messages of love and judgment, but these are often viewed as different aspects of God's relationship with humanity, such as justice and mercy.
Paradox #2
Jeremiah 50:35 speaks about a sword against certain groups, suggesting violence and destruction. A contradiction might arise when comparing this idea with teachings in the Bible that advocate for peace, forgiveness, and loving one's enemies. The conflict lies in trying to reconcile these different messages within the same religious text.