Contradiction with Matthew 7:17
Jeremiah 8:13 speaks of taking away the fruits due to disobedience, while Matthew 7:17 states that a good tree brings forth good fruit, implying consistent fruit-bearing of the righteous.
Matthew 7:17: Even so every good tree bringeth forth good fruit; but a corrupt tree bringeth forth evil fruit.
Contradiction with John 15:5
Jeremiah 8:13 describes the removal of produce as a form of judgment, whereas John 15:5 suggests that abiding in Christ ensures bearing much fruit, indicating a guarantee of productivity for the faithful.
John 15:5: I am the vine, ye [are] the branches: He that abideth in me, and I in him, the same bringeth forth much fruit: for without me ye can do nothing. [without me: or, severed from me]
Contradiction with Isaiah 27:6
Jeremiah 8:13 proclaims desolation and lack of fruit, in contrast, Isaiah 27:6 promises that Jacob shall take root and Israel shall blossom, filling the world with fruit, highlighting future prosperity.
Isaiah 27:6: He shall cause them that come of Jacob to take root: Israel shall blossom and bud, and fill the face of the world with fruit.
Contradiction with Psalm 1:3
Jeremiah 8:13 mentions a lack of grapes and figs, but Psalm 1:3 contrasts this with the righteous being like trees planted by rivers of water that bring forth fruit in due season, depicting assured fruitfulness.
Psalm 1:3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. [wither: Heb. fade]
Paradox #1
Jeremiah 8:13 could be seen as potentially conflicting with the idea of divine mercy and patience. In this verse, God speaks about removing blessings and punishing the people due to their wrongdoing. This might seem contradictory to other parts of the Bible that emphasize God's willingness to forgive and show mercy when people repent. This tension between justice and mercy is a common theme in theological discussions.