Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 11:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 11:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 11:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, God's friend named Zophar says that when you trust in God, you can rest without being scared, and many people will want to be your friend. It means that believing in God can bring you peace and make others want to be kind to you.

Job 11:19: Also thou shalt lie down, and none shall make [thee] afraid; yea, many shall make suit unto thee. [make suit...: Heb. intreat thy face]

Contradiction with James 1:2

This verse encourages believers to count trials as joy, which contrasts with the idea of rest and peace found in Job 11:19.

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with John 16:33

Jesus talks about having tribulation in the world, which contradicts the assurance of safety implied in Job 11:19.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 3:12

This verse states that all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution, contradicting the notion of no fear in Job 11:19.

2 Timothy 3:12: Yea, and all that will live godly in Christ Jesus shall suffer persecution.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:10

This verse speaks about being blessed when persecuted, contrary to the undisturbed sleep in Job 11:19.

Matthew 5:10: Blessed [are] they which are persecuted for righteousness' sake: for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 4:12

It warns believers not to be surprised by fiery trials, conflicting with the promise of not being afraid in Job 11:19.

1 Peter 4:12: Beloved, think it not strange concerning the fiery trial which is to try you, as though some strange thing happened unto you:

Contradiction with Hebrews 12:6

This verse states that the Lord disciplines those He loves, which does not align with the restful state described in Job 11:19.

Hebrews 12:6: For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth.

Contradiction with Psalm 34:19

This tells of many afflictions for the righteous, conflicting with the notion of peace in Job 11:19.

Psalm 34:19: Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.

Contradiction with Romans 5:3

This verse encourages rejoicing in tribulations, which is different from the peaceful rest suggested in Job 11:19.

Romans 5:3: And not only [so], but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;
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