Contradiction with Proverbs 12:17
This verse states that truthful words testify to righteousness, contradicting Job 13:4 which accuses his friends of being forgers of lies.
Proverbs 12:17: [He that] speaketh truth sheweth forth righteousness: but a false witness deceit.
Contradiction with Ephesians 4:15
This verse encourages speaking the truth in love, in contrast to Job 13:4 where Job accuses his friends of deceitful practices.
Ephesians 4:15: But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, [even] Christ: [speaking...: or, being sincere]
Contradiction with Proverbs 14:5
A faithful witness will not lie, which opposes the accusation in Job 13:4 where Job labels his friends as liars.
Proverbs 14:5: A faithful witness will not lie: but a false witness will utter lies.
Contradiction with Colossians 3:9
Advises not to lie to one another, whereas Job 13:4 criticizes his friends as "forgers of lies" and contrasting ideals of truth.
Colossians 3:9: Lie not one to another, seeing that ye have put off the old man with his deeds;
Contradiction with Proverbs 6:16-19
Lists things the Lord hates, including a lying tongue, while Job 13:4 describes his friends as fabricators of lies.
Proverbs 6:16-19: These six [things] doth the LORD hate: yea, seven [are] an abomination unto him: [unto...: Heb. of his soul]
Paradox #1
The verse might raise questions about the integrity and reliability of Job's friends and how their advice contradicts divine wisdom. It suggests that human understanding and counsel can be flawed, which might conflict with other parts of the Bible where God's wisdom and guidance are depicted as trustworthy and infallible.
Paradox #2
Job 13:4 calls out falsehood and points out that some are spreading lies, pretending to be wise. The potential contradiction here is that if these actions are done by those claiming to be followers of God, it contradicts the biblical teaching of honesty and integrity. It raises the issue of people representing themselves as moral while engaging in deception, showing inconsistency in practicing what they preach.