Contradiction with Proverbs 18:21
Job 17:6 speaks of mocking and ridicule, while Proverbs 18:21 emphasizes the power of the tongue to bring life, highlighting a positive use of speech.
Proverbs 18:21: Death and life [are] in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Contradiction with Matthew 5:44
Job 17:6 mentions being mocked, but Matthew 5:44 teaches to love and bless those who persecute or mock you, promoting a contrary response.
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;
Contradiction with Psalm 37:39-40
Job 17:6 reflects despair in being scorned, whereas this Psalm assures deliverance and strength from the Lord during distress.
Psalm 37:39-40: But the salvation of the righteous [is] of the LORD: [he is] their strength in the time of trouble.
Contradiction with 1 Peter 2:23
Job 17:6 shows Job's suffering and reaction to scorn, while this verse describes Jesus accepting mockery without retaliation, showing a contrasting attitude.
1 Peter 2:23: Who, when he was reviled, reviled not again; when he suffered, he threatened not; but committed [himself] to him that judgeth righteously: [himself: or, his cause]
Contradiction with Romans 12:21
While Job 17:6 depicts him as overcome by scorn, Romans 12:21 advises not to be overcome by evil but to overcome evil with good, suggesting a proactive contrast.
Romans 12:21: Be not overcome of evil, but overcome evil with good.