Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 20:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 20:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 20:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the Book of Job, Zophar, who is a friend of Job, is speaking. He wants to tell Job what he thinks and share his opinion.

Job 20:1: Then answered Zophar the Naamathite, and said,

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Proverb advises being silent may be wise, contrasting Zophar's immediate response.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Advises being "slow to speak," opposite of Zophar’s quick rebuttal.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:13

Warns against answering before listening, Zophar assumes to know Job’s situation.

Proverbs 18:13: He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it], it [is] folly and shame unto him. [answereth...: Heb. returneth a word]

Contradiction with Matthew 7:1

Advises not to judge others, while Zophar is quick to judge Job’s circumstances.

Matthew 7:1: Judge not, that ye be not judged.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:8-9

God's ways and thoughts are higher, suggesting human counselors like Zophar may misunderstand God's intentions.

Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
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