Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 13:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 13:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 13:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of Job, this verse is like a person asking God to do two simple things so they can feel safe and not hide from Him. It's about trusting and being honest with God.

Job 13:20: Only do not two [things] unto me: then will I not hide myself from thee.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse reassures that God is always present to help and strengthen, while Job 13:20 speaks of God withdrawing His hand.

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 Deuteronomy 31:6

Promises that God will never forsake or abandon, in contrast to Job's request for God to withdraw His hand.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

Assures that God will never leave nor forsake, opposing Job's plea for God to take His hand away.

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.

Contradiction with Joshua 1:9

Commands strength and courage with God's constant presence, conflicting with Job's desire for relief from God's presence.

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.

Contradiction with Matthew 28:20

Jesus promises His continual presence, counteracting Job's request for God to cease His actions.

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 John 14:18

Jesus states He will not leave His followers as orphans, contrasting Job’s wish for divine disengagement.

John 14:18: I will not leave you comfortless: I will come to you. [comfortless: or, orphans]
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