Contradictions and Paradoxes in Lamentations 2:21

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Lamentations 2:21 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Lamentations 2:21. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the prophet Jeremiah, this verse shows how sad and upset God was when people got hurt because they didn't listen to Him. It's a way of telling that when people don't follow God's rules, bad things can happen, and everyone feels sad.

Lamentations 2:21: The young and the old lie on the ground in the streets: my virgins and my young men are fallen by the sword; thou hast slain [them] in the day of thine anger; thou hast killed, [and] not pitied.

Contradiction with Psalm 91:7

This verse promises protection and safety, stating a thousand may fall at your side, but it will not come near you, which contrasts with the destruction witnessed in Lamentations 2:21.

Psalm 91:7: A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; [but] it shall not come nigh thee.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse reassures with God's presence and strength, opposing the sense of abandonment and destruction described in Lamentations 2:21.

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 11:28

This verse offers rest to the weary, contradicting the overwhelming sorrow and devastation depicted in Lamentations 2:21.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

This verse asserts that all things work together for good for those who love God, contrasting with the destruction and chaos outlined in Lamentations 2:21.

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.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

This verse speaks of plans for welfare and not for evil, which contradicts the devastation and suffering expressed in Lamentations 2:21.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Paradox #1

Lamentations 2:21 describes scenes of widespread destruction and suffering, including the deaths of young and old in the streets. A contradiction or conflict here might arise from the perception of divine justice and mercy. People might struggle with understanding how a compassionate and loving God can allow such severe suffering and devastation to happen. This can lead to questions about the nature of divine justice and the presence of suffering in the world.

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