Contradiction with Matthew 11:28
This verse invites those who are weary and burdened to find rest in Christ, contrasting the unrelieved burden mentioned in Lamentations 5:5.
Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Contradiction with Philippians 4:13
This verse expresses strength and empowerment through Christ, contrasting the sense of weariness and exhaustion in Lamentations 5:5.
Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.
Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31
This verse offers the promise of renewed strength and not growing weary, opposing the constant pursuit and weariness in Lamentations 5:5.
Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]
Contradiction with Psalm 55:22
This verse assures that casting burdens on the Lord will result in support and prevention from failure, differing from the relentless labor in Lamentations 5:5.
Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9
This verse speaks of grace and strength in weakness, contradicting the unrelieved hardship in Lamentations 5:5.
2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.