Contradiction with Proverbs 20:29
This verse highlights the strength and glory of young men, which contradicts Lamentations 5:13 that implies the labor of young men as oppressive and burdensome.
Proverbs 20:29: The glory of young men [is] their strength: and the beauty of old men [is] the gray head.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:30
This verse suggests that even youths will faint and grow weary, contradicting the implication in Lamentations 5:13 that young men are engaged in heavy labor regardless of their weariness.
Isaiah 40:30: Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall:
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 12:1
This verse encourages remembrance of the Creator in the days of youth as being positive and purposeful, which contradicts the negative depiction of young men bearing burdens in Lamentations 5:13.
Ecclesiastes 12:1: Remember now thy Creator in the days of thy youth, while the evil days come not, nor the years draw nigh, when thou shalt say, I have no pleasure in them;
Paradox #1
Lamentations 5:13 describes young people being burdened with hard labor. The moral conflict might arise when considering the idea of innocence and youth being subjected to undue suffering. It contrasts with the general belief that young people should be protected and nurtured, rather than exploited or oppressed, which can be seen as inconsistent with values of compassion and fairness.