Contradiction with Isaiah 54:7-8
While Jeremiah 5:18 speaks of not making a full end, Isaiah 54:7-8 describes a temporary forsaking followed by mercy, highlighting God's intention to restore rather than utterly destroy.
Isaiah 54:7-8: For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 4:27
Jeremiah 4:27 states the land shall be desolate but not a full end, aligning with yet contradicting the severity perceived in 5:18 by emphasizing a balance of destruction and preservation.
Jeremiah 4:27: For thus hath the LORD said, The whole land shall be desolate; yet will I not make a full end.
Contradiction with Ezekiel 20:17
This verse contrasts Jeremiah 5:18 by emphasizing God's pity and decision not to destroy, highlighting His merciful restraint.
Ezekiel 20:17: Nevertheless mine eye spared them from destroying them, neither did I make an end of them in the wilderness.
Contradiction with Lamentations 3:32-33
Lamentations underscores God's compassion and unwillingness to grieve willingly, which contrasts with the judgment declared in Jeremiah 5:18.
Lamentations 3:32-33: But though he cause grief, yet will he have compassion according to the multitude of his mercies.