Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 21:6

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 21:6 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 21:6. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, Job is saying that when he thinks about scary things, he feels very afraid, and his body starts shaking because of it. This shows how strong his feelings are when he remembers things that make him scared.

Job 21:6: Even when I remember I am afraid, and trembling taketh hold on my flesh.

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:25-26

Job speaks of fear and trembling, while Proverbs assures confidence and safety from fear when trusting in the Lord.

Proverbs 3:25-26: Be not afraid of sudden fear, neither of the desolation of the wicked, when it cometh.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Job mentions fear and trembling, but Isaiah reassures that one should not fear because God is with them.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

Job is troubled and fearful, whereas Philippians advocates for peace and freedom from anxiety through prayer.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with 2 Timothy 1:7

Job feels overwhelmed by fear, contrasting with Timothy's message that God gives a spirit not of fear but of power, love, and self-control.

2 Timothy 1:7: For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

Contradiction with Psalm 27:1

Job is fearful, while this Psalm declares the Lord as a light and salvation, eradicating fear.

Psalm 27:1: [[A Psalm] of David.] The LORD [is] my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? the LORD [is] the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid?
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