Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jeremiah 8:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jeremiah 8:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jeremiah 8:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Jeremiah, God is asking if someone falls down, won't they get up again? And if someone goes the wrong way, won't they come back?

Jeremiah 8:4: Moreover thou shalt say unto them, Thus saith the LORD; Shall they fall, and not arise? shall he turn away, and not return?

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:16

This verse suggests that a just man can fall multiple times and still rise again, which implies an ongoing process of recovery, in contrast to Jeremiah 8:4, which questions why fallen people do not rise.

Proverbs 24:16: For a just [man] falleth seven times, and riseth up again: but the wicked shall fall into mischief.

Contradiction with Micah 7:8

This verse expresses confidence that even if one falls, they will rise again, which is at odds with the implication in Jeremiah 8:4 that people do not rise after they fall.

Micah 7:8: Rejoice not against me, O mine enemy: when I fall, I shall arise; when I sit in darkness, the LORD [shall be] a light unto me.

Contradiction with 1 John 1:9

While Jeremiah 8:4 questions the return from a backslidden state, this verse offers assurance of forgiveness and cleansing, indicating the possibility of rising after a fall.

1 John 1:9: If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us [our] sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:24

This verse implies that a person may fall, but will not remain down because the Lord supports them, suggesting a contradiction to the idea in Jeremiah 8:4 that questions why people do not rise.

Psalm 37:24: Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: for the LORD upholdeth [him with] his hand.

Contradiction with Luke 15:18-20

The parable of the Prodigal Son demonstrates that a person can come to their senses and return home after falling, contradicting the skepticism about returning in Jeremiah 8:4.

Luke 15:18-20: I will arise and go to my father, and will say unto him, Father, I have sinned against heaven, and before thee,
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