Contradiction with Job 1:10
This verse states God's protection over Job, while Job 1:11 suggests removing it to test his faithfulness.
Job 1:10: Hast not thou made an hedge about him, and about his house, and about all that he hath on every side? thou hast blessed the work of his hands, and his substance is increased in the land. [substance: or, cattle]
Contradiction with Job 2:3
God acknowledges Job's integrity despite adversity, contradicting the implication in Job 1:11 of Job potentially cursing God if afflicted.
Job 2:3: And the LORD said unto Satan, Hast thou considered my servant Job, that [there is] none like him in the earth, a perfect and an upright man, one that feareth God, and escheweth evil? and still he holdeth fast his integrity, although thou movedst me against him, to destroy him without cause. [to destroy...: Heb. to swallow him up]
Contradiction with James 1:12
This verse emphasizes blessing for enduring temptation, contrasting with Job 1:11's suggestion that afflictions could lead Job to curse God.
James 1:12: Blessed [is] the man that endureth temptation: for when he is tried, he shall receive the crown of life, which the Lord hath promised to them that love him.
Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 10:13
Indicates God limits temptations to what one can bear and provides a way out, contrasting with the suggestion to heavily afflict Job in Job 1:11.
1 Corinthians 10:13: There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God [is] faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear [it]. [common...: or, moderate]
Contradiction with Psalm 34:19
This verse shows deliverance from afflictions, contradicting the idea in Job 1:11 that Job might curse God if delivered into trouble.
Psalm 34:19: Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
Paradox #1
The problem could involve the idea of testing faith. The verse suggests that a person's faithfulness might depend on their blessings or lack thereof. This could conflict with other parts of the Bible that emphasize unconditional faith and love for God, regardless of one's circumstances or material wealth. This tension raises questions about the nature and depth of genuine faith.
Paradox #2
The contradiction or conflict in this verse might arise from the notion that Job's faithfulness to God is being tested through suffering and loss. Some might find it troubling that God allows such severe trials to befall a faithful person just to prove a point. This can seem inconsistent with the idea of a loving and protective deity who rewards good behavior.