Contradiction with Lamentations 3:31-32
These verses express hope and compassion from the Lord, suggesting that he will have mercy, in contrast to the complete outpouring of wrath seen in Lamentations 4:11.
Lamentations 3:31-32: For the Lord will not cast off for ever:
Contradiction with Psalm 103:8
This verse describes the Lord as merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in mercy, which seems to contradict the severe anger and wrath described in Lamentations 4:11.
Psalm 103:8: The LORD [is] merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy. [plentious...: Heb. great in mercy]
Contradiction with 2 Peter 3:9
This verse emphasizes that the Lord is patient and not willing that any should perish, which contrasts with the fierce anger and punishment depicted in Lamentations 4:11.
2 Peter 3:9: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.
Contradiction with James 5:11
This verse highlights the Lord's compassion and mercy, contrasting the unrelenting wrath described in Lamentations 4:11.
James 5:11: Behold, we count them happy which endure. Ye have heard of the patience of Job, and have seen the end of the Lord; that the Lord is very pitiful, and of tender mercy.
Contradiction with Isaiah 54:7-8
These verses acknowledge a brief moment of forsaking but ultimately emphasize everlasting kindness and mercy, opposing the severe wrath and destruction in Lamentations 4:11.
Isaiah 54:7-8: For a small moment have I forsaken thee; but with great mercies will I gather thee.