Contradiction with Exodus 14:14
Jeremiah 5:6 speaks of God using lions, wolves, and leopards as instruments of judgment, while Exodus 14:14 emphasizes that the Lord will fight for you, suggesting divine protection rather than harm.
Exodus 14:14: The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.
Contradiction with Psalm 91:11-12
Whereas Jeremiah 5:6 warns of inevitable destruction, Psalm 91 portrays God sending angels to guard and protect from harm, promising safety and security.
Psalm 91:11-12: For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.
Contradiction with Isaiah 43:2
Jeremiah 5:6 describes impending danger and judgment, while Isaiah 43:2 assures that God will be with the believer through trials, ensuring that they are not overwhelmed by them.
Isaiah 43:2: When thou passest through the waters, I [will be] with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.
Contradiction with Matthew 10:29-31
Jeremiah 5:6 focuses on divine punishment through predators, contrasting with Matthew's message of God's care for even the smallest sparrow, emphasizing the protection and value of human life.
Matthew 10:29-31: Are not two sparrows sold for a farthing? and one of them shall not fall on the ground without your Father. [farthing: it is in value halfpenny farthing in the original, as being the tenth part of the Roman penny]
Contradiction with John 3:16
While Jeremiah 5:6 speaks of God's judgment, John 3:16 highlights God's love and mercy through the promise of eternal life for believers.
John 3:16: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.
Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5
The threat in Jeremiah 5:6 contrasts with God’s promise in Hebrews 13:5 never to leave nor forsake His people, implying a constant divine presence and support.
Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 5:6 talks about punishment and consequences as a result of wrongdoing. Some people might see a conflict between this idea and the concepts of forgiveness and mercy emphasized in other parts of the Bible, like in the teachings of Jesus. While some passages focus on justice and consequence, others highlight grace and pardon, which may seem inconsistent to some readers. The challenge is understanding how justice and mercy coexist in biblical teachings.
Paradox #2
Jeremiah 5:6 talks about punishment and consequences for certain actions. A potential moral conflict could arise from the idea of harsh punishment being delivered as a lesson or form of justice. Some may view this as inconsistent with other principles of forgiveness and mercy found in different parts of the Bible. This can lead to debates about when punishment is just and how it aligns with compassionate teachings.