Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 13:15

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 13:15 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 13:15. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, even if God lets bad things happen to him, Job still trusts God and will keep being honest and true to himself in front of God. It's like saying, "Even if things go wrong, I still believe and will stay true."

Job 13:15: Though he slay me, yet will I trust in him: but I will maintain mine own ways before him. [maintain: Heb. prove, or, argue]

Contradiction with Psalm 37:25

Unlike Job 13:15, which expresses hope and trust in God despite suffering, this verse emphasizes that the righteous are never forsaken.

Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse pledges unwavering support and deliverance from God, contrasting Job's expression of trust amidst perceived divine abandonment.

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 Matthew 28:20

Jesus assures His continuous presence, whereas Job 13:15 speaks to trust amid perceived divine absence.

Matthew 28:20: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, [even] unto the end of the world. Amen.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

God’s promise to never leave or forsake His followers contradicts Job's portrayal of enduring faith despite feeling forsaken.

Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Job 13:15 could arise from contrasting it with other verses that emphasize unwavering confidence in God's plan and benevolence. Job expresses both a willingness to trust in God even in extreme adversity and a readiness to argue his case before God. This can seem inconsistent with verses that depict a more straightforward acceptance of God's will without question or protest.

Paradox #2

The contradiction or inconsistency in that verse could be seen as the struggle between unwavering faith and self-preservation. It suggests trusting in a higher power even when facing extreme suffering or adversity, which can conflict with natural instincts to seek relief or question such devotion. This creates tension between loyalty to faith and personal survival instincts.

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