Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 13:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 13:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 13:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, if you think about how great and powerful God is, it might make you feel a little scared because you realize how big and mighty He is. This feeling isn’t bad; it helps you remember to respect and listen to God.

Job 13:11: Shall not his excellency make you afraid? and his dread fall upon you?

Contradiction with Proverbs 9:10

Job 13:11 implies dread in the presence of God's majesty, while Proverbs 9:10 suggests fearing God is the beginning of wisdom rather than a source of dread.

Proverbs 9:10: The fear of the LORD [is] the beginning of wisdom: and the knowledge of the holy [is] understanding.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

This verse discusses God giving a spirit of power, love, and a sound mind, not fear, which contrasts with the idea of fear in God's presence in Job 13:11.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with 1 John 4:18

States that perfect love drives out fear, contrasting with the fear and trembling before God's majesty implied in Job 13:11.

1 John 4:18: There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Encourages not to fear because God is with us, which conflicts with the fear and trembling described in Job 13:11.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Commands to be strong and courageous, not afraid, which contradicts the fearful reverence depicted in Job 13:11.

Joshua 1:9: Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God [is] with thee whithersoever thou goest.
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