Contradiction with Proverbs 17:22
This verse states, "A merry heart doeth good like a medicine," which contradicts the sorrow and lament of Lamentations 3:48 by emphasizing joy and cheer.
Proverbs 17:22: A merry heart doeth good [like] a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones. [like: or, to]
Contradiction with Philippians 4:4
The verse instructs to "Rejoice in the Lord always," conflicting with the continuous weeping and grief expressed in Lamentations 3:48.
Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.
Contradiction with Psalm 30:5
This verse mentions that "weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning," suggesting that sorrow is temporary, in contrast to the sustained mourning in Lamentations 3:48.
Psalm 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]
Contradiction with John 16:22
It assures that "your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you," offering a sense of enduring joy, unlike the persistent weeping in Lamentations 3:48.
John 16:22: And ye now therefore have sorrow: but I will see you again, and your heart shall rejoice, and your joy no man taketh from you.
Contradiction with Revelation 21:4
This verse promises that God "shall wipe away all tears from their eyes," which contradicts the ongoing weeping mentioned in Lamentations 3:48 by suggesting an end to sorrow.
Revelation 21:4: And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict might be seen in the emphasis on overwhelming sorrow without immediate hope or resolution. Some may find it inconsistent to focus heavily on grief when other parts of the Bible encourage faith and trust even in tough times. It can highlight a struggle between expressing deep pain and maintaining hope.