Contradictions and Paradoxes in Lamentations 3:65

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Lamentations 3:65 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Lamentations 3:65. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Jeremiah, God is being asked to make the people feel really sad and troubled inside because they have done wrong things. It’s like asking God to teach them a lesson so they can understand their mistakes.

Lamentations 3:65: Give them sorrow of heart, thy curse unto them. [sorrow...: or, obstinacy of heart]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Lamentations 3:65 calls for vengeance, while Matthew 5:44 teaches to love enemies and bless them.

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 12:19

Lamentations 3:65 implies seeking retribution, but Romans 12:19 advises leaving vengeance to God.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Lamentations 3:65 expresses a desire for recompense, whereas 1 Peter 3:9 encourages not to repay evil for evil.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Lamentations 3:65 shows a desire for enemies' punishment, but Proverbs 24:17 advises not to rejoice when enemies fall.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Luke 6:27

Lamentations 3:65 suggests wishing harm, whereas Luke 6:27 instructs to do good to those who hate you.

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

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Lamentations 3:65 could be seen in the desire for retribution and the harsh wish against enemies, which may conflict with themes of forgiveness and love found elsewhere in the Bible.

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