Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 7:9

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 7:9 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 7:9. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is asking the people why they are doing bad things like stealing, hurting others, and praying to pretend gods instead of loving and listening to Him. He is reminding them that these actions are wrong and not what God wants.

Jeremiah 7:9: Will ye steal, murder, and commit adultery, and swear falsely, and burn incense unto Baal, and walk after other gods whom ye know not;

Contradiction with Exodus 20:13

This verse commands, "Thou shalt not kill," which contradicts Jeremiah 7:9, where killing is listed as one of the sinful actions the people committed.

Exodus 20:13: Thou shalt not kill.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

This verse forbids adultery with the command, "Thou shalt not commit adultery," contradicting Jeremiah 7:9, which mentions adultery as part of the people's sinful behavior.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:15

This verse instructs, "Thou shalt not steal," contradicting Jeremiah 7:9, where stealing is included among the transgressions of the people.

Exodus 20:15: Thou shalt not steal.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:16

This verse states, "Thou shalt not bear false witness," contradicting the false swearing mentioned in Jeremiah 7:9.

Exodus 20:16: Thou shalt not bear false witness against thy neighbour.

Paradox #1

Jeremiah 7:9 talks about people committing wrongful actions like stealing and lying while still thinking they can find favor with God through worship. The contradiction is that they believe they can behave badly and still be considered righteous by merely performing religious rituals.

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