Contradiction with Psalm 23:4
Lamentations 3:14 talks about being a derision for people, while Psalm 23:4 speaks of comfort and God's presence, even in difficult times, highlighting assurance instead of mockery.
Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Contradiction with Romans 8:31
While Lamentations 3:14 mentions facing derision, Romans 8:31 assures believers that if God is for them, no one can be against them, suggesting protection rather than mockery.
Romans 8:31: What shall we then say to these things? If God [be] for us, who [can be] against us?
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5-6
Lamentations 3:14 reflects on personal despair, while Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages trust and acknowledges God's guidance, suggesting a sense of direction instead of feeling mocked.
Proverbs 3:5-6: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7
Lamentations 3:14 mentions being in derision, yet 1 Peter 5:7 invites believers to cast their cares on Him, emphasizing care rather than derision or mockery.
1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Lamentations 3:14 expresses a sense of mockery, while Isaiah 41:10 assures the presence and strength of God, offering support instead of rejection.
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 James 1:2-3
Lamentations 3:14 reflects on being mocked, whereas James 1:2-3 encourages seeing trials as a source of joy and growth, opposing the idea of being an object of ridicule.
James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with Matthew 5:11
Lamentations 3:14 talks about being in derision, but Matthew 5:11 states that being mocked for righteousness is a blessing, reframing the concept as positive rather than negative.
Matthew 5:11: Blessed are ye, when [men] shall revile you, and persecute [you], and shall say all manner of evil against you falsely, for my sake. [falsely: Gr. lying]
Paradox #1
The verse "Lamentations 3:14" expresses feelings of being mocked or ridiculed by people. The contradiction or conflict could arise if someone believes in always treating others with kindness and respect, yet experiences or witnesses ridicule and mockery, possibly even from or towards those who are expected to be compassionate. This creates a tension between the ideal of empathy and the reality of unkind behavior.