Contradictions and Paradoxes in Jonah 2:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Jonah 2:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Jonah 2:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Jonah, when Jonah was really scared and in big trouble, he called out to God for help, and God listened to him. Even when Jonah felt like he was in a dark and scary place, God still heard him and was there for him.

Jonah 2:2: And said, I cried by reason of mine affliction unto the LORD, and he heard me; out of the belly of hell cried I, [and] thou heardest my voice. [by...: or, out of mine affliction] [hell: or, the grave]

Contradiction with Psalm 46:1

Contradicts the notion of distress in Jonah 2:2 by emphasizing God as a present help in trouble.

Psalm 46:1: [To the chief Musician for the sons of Korah, A Song upon Alamoth.] God [is] our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble. [for: or, of]

Contradiction with Psalm 145:18

Contradicts by asserting the Lord is near to all who call on Him, implying immediate assistance rather than distress.

Psalm 145:18: The LORD [is] nigh unto all them that call upon him, to all that call upon him in truth.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

Contradicts by affirming God's promise never to leave or forsake, suggesting an ever-present comfort rather than distress.

Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Contradicts by encouraging not to fear or be dismayed, emphasizing God's strength and help against feelings of distress.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:20

Contradicts by reassuring that Jesus is always present, contrasting with the sense of being in deep distress.

Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.

Contradiction with James 5:13

Contradicts by suggesting prayer in affliction should lead to rejoicing, rather than remaining in distress.

James 5:13: Is any among you afflicted? let him pray. Is any merry? let him sing psalms.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

Contradicts by advocating casting all anxiety on God, suggesting a release from distress.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Contradicts by expressing that all things work together for good, providing comfort instead of distress.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.
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