Contradiction with Proverbs 10:31
Proverbs 10:31 states that the mouth of the just brings forth wisdom, which contradicts Job 12:20 as it mentions removing understanding and taking away the speech of the trusted.
Proverbs 10:31: The mouth of the just bringeth forth wisdom: but the froward tongue shall be cut out.
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:22
Proverbs 16:22 mentions that understanding is a wellspring of life to those who have it, whereas Job 12:20 discusses removing such understanding from trusted leaders.
Proverbs 16:22: Understanding [is] a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools [is] folly.
Contradiction with Psalm 19:14
Psalm 19:14 expresses a desire for the words and meditations to be acceptable to God, while Job 12:20 talks about God taking away the ability to speak and understand.
Psalm 19:14: Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer. [strength: Heb. rock]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 10:12
Ecclesiastes 10:12 talks about the words of a wise man's mouth being gracious, contradicting Job 12:20's notion of God removing wisdom and eloquence from the wise.
Ecclesiastes 10:12: The words of a wise man's mouth [are] gracious; but the lips of a fool will swallow up himself. [gracious: Heb. grace]
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:1
Proverbs 16:1 says the preparation of the heart and the answer of the tongue is from the Lord, which contrasts with the idea of God taking away counsel and understanding in Job 12:20.
Proverbs 16:1: The preparations of the heart in man, and the answer of the tongue, [is] from the LORD. [preparations: or, disposings]
Paradox #1
Job 12:20 talks about God taking away understanding from leaders. This might seem inconsistent with the idea that God is a source of wisdom and guidance. If God takes away understanding, it could conflict with the belief that He wants leaders to rule wisely and justly. However, it can also be interpreted as God humbling those who are proud, which aligns with other biblical teachings.
Paradox #2
This verse talks about God taking away wisdom and understanding from trusted leaders and elders. The contradiction could be that it seems to conflict with the idea of God as a source of wisdom who encourages seeking and valuing knowledge. It raises questions about why God would choose to remove this gift from those who are supposed to lead and guide others.