Contradiction with Proverbs 14:15
This verse suggests that the simple believe every word, implying discernment is necessary, whereas Job 12:11 highlights testing words as a natural function.
Proverbs 14:15: The simple believeth every word: but the prudent [man] looketh well to his going.
Contradiction with Proverbs 18:13
Suggests it is folly to answer before hearing the matter, implying a need for patience and consideration, not just immediate testing.
Proverbs 18:13: He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it], it [is] folly and shame unto him. [answereth...: Heb. returneth a word]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2
Emphasizes not being rash with words, which conflicts with the notion of constantly testing or examining speech.
Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]
Contradiction with James 1:19
Advises swift hearing and slow speaking, which can imply an opposite approach to immediate testing or judgment of words suggested in Job 12:11.
James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Contradiction with Proverbs 26:4
Advises not to answer a fool according to his folly, contrasting the concept of engaging with every word to test it.
Proverbs 26:4: Answer not a fool according to his folly, lest thou also be like unto him.