Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 17:5

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 17:5 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 17:5. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Job, this verse means that if someone says nice things to their friends just to trick them, it can lead to bad things happening to their family, like making them sad or disappointed. Christians might understand this as a warning to always be honest and sincere with others.

Job 17:5: He that speaketh flattery to [his] friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:9

Job 17:5 suggests betrayal by friends, while Proverbs 17:9 emphasizes covering transgressions to preserve love and friendship.

Proverbs 17:9: He that covereth a transgression seeketh love; but he that repeateth a matter separateth [very] friends. [seeketh: or, procureth]

Contradiction with Galatians 6:1

This verse encourages restoring others gently, contrasting with the theme of turning against friends in Job 17:5.

Galatians 6:1: Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. [if: or, although]

Contradiction with Ephesians 4:32

Urges kindness and forgiveness, which contrasts with the accusation and betrayal found in Job 17:5.

Ephesians 4:32: And be ye kind one to another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God for Christ's sake hath forgiven you.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

Teaches loving your enemies and praying for those who persecute you, counter to the act of harming one's friends described in Job 17:5.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
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