Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 20:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 20:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 20:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, Job is saying that he has listened to people saying bad things about him, and his heart tells him it's time to speak up.

Job 20:3: I have heard the check of my reproach, and the spirit of my understanding causeth me to answer.

Contradiction with Proverbs 19:11

This verse emphasizes the virtue of patience and overlooking insults, which contradicts Job 20:3's emphasis on reacting to perceived insult.

Proverbs 19:11: The discretion of a man deferreth his anger; and [it is] his glory to pass over a transgression. [discretion: or, prudence]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:21-22

These verses advise against taking to heart everything people say about you, which contradicts the sensitivity to reproach expressed in Job 20:3.

Ecclesiastes 7:21-22: Also take no heed unto all words that are spoken; lest thou hear thy servant curse thee: [take...: Heb. give not thine heart]

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:1

This verse suggests a soft answer turns away wrath, which opposes the idea of responding to insult with indignation as implied in Job 20:3.

Proverbs 15:1: A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.
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