Contradiction with Jeremiah 7:4
This verse warns against trusting in deceptive words about the temple's invulnerability, while Jeremiah 7:12 urges looking at Shiloh where God previously allowed destruction, highlighting a contradiction between perceived safety and actual vulnerability.
Jeremiah 7:4: Trust ye not in lying words, saying, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, The temple of the LORD, [are] these.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 31:40
This verse promises the city will never again be uprooted or demolished, while Jeremiah 7:12 discusses past destruction as a lesson, creating a contradiction of divine protection versus divine judgment.
Jeremiah 31:40: And the whole valley of the dead bodies, and of the ashes, and all the fields unto the brook of Kidron, unto the corner of the horse gate toward the east, [shall be] holy unto the LORD; it shall not be plucked up, nor thrown down any more for ever.
Contradiction with Psalm 78:60
This speaks of God forsaking the tabernacle of Shiloh, consistent with recalling Shiloh's fate in Jeremiah 7:12; however, it creates tension with the concept of a constant divine dwelling.
Psalm 78:60: So that he forsook the tabernacle of Shiloh, the tent [which] he placed among men;
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 7:12 can present a contradiction or conflict if considered alongside other parts of the Bible that emphasize God's unchanging nature and promises. The verse references God abandoning a place that was once significant to His people. This might seem inconsistent with the belief that God is always with His people and honors His promises. It could raise questions about the nature of divine commitment and presence.