Contradictions and Paradoxes in Joel 3:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Joel 3:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Joel 3:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Joel, God will make Egypt and Edom empty and sad places because they hurt the people of Judah and did bad things by killing good people. This is a way to show that God cares about fairness and punishes those who do wrong.

Joel 3:19: Egypt shall be a desolation, and Edom shall be a desolate wilderness, for the violence [against] the children of Judah, because they have shed innocent blood in their land.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Joel 3:19 speaks of punishment and destruction, whereas Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and do good to those who hurt you, advocating for forgiveness over retribution.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:17-19

Joel 3:19 mentions retribution against Egypt and Edom, but Romans 12:17-19 advises against repaying evil for evil and leaving vengeance to God, contradicting the idea of direct retribution.

Romans 12:17-19: Recompense to no man evil for evil. Provide things honest in the sight of all men.

Contradiction with Luke 6:27-28

In contrast to the destruction mentioned in Joel 3:19, Luke 6:27-28 promotes loving enemies and blessing those who curse you, suggesting a response of kindness rather than revenge.

Luke 6:27-28: But I say unto you which hear, Love your enemies, do good to them which hate you,

Contradiction with Proverbs 25:21-22

Joel 3:19 talks about desolations as a form of justice, whereas Proverbs 25:21-22 suggests feeding your enemy when they are hungry, thus presenting a peaceful alternative to confrontation.

Proverbs 25:21-22: If thine enemy be hungry, give him bread to eat; and if he be thirsty, give him water to drink:

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:15

Joel 3:19 implies carrying out vengeance, but 1 Thessalonians 5:15 encourages believers to pursue good for everyone, refraining from repaying evil actions with evil.

1 Thessalonians 5:15: See that none render evil for evil unto any [man]; but ever follow that which is good, both among yourselves, and to all [men].
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