Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 22:10

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 22:10 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 22:10. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Job, this verse means that sometimes bad things can happen to people because they have done something wrong, making them feel very scared and worried. It is a way of saying that our actions can cause us to face difficult situations.

Job 22:10: Therefore snares [are] round about thee, and sudden fear troubleth thee;

Contradiction with Psalm 34:19

While Job 22:10 suggests unavoidable trouble, Psalm 34:19 promises deliverance from afflictions for the righteous.

Psalm 34:19: Many [are] the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:11

Job 22:10 implies harm and traps, but Jeremiah 29:11 speaks of plans for welfare and a hopeful future.

Jeremiah 29:11: For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the LORD, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end. [expected...: Heb. end and expectation]

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

Job 22:10 mentions being ensnared in trouble, whereas Isaiah 41:10 assures divine support and absence of fear.

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 Nahum 1:7

In contrast to Job 22:10, Nahum 1:7 describes the Lord as a stronghold in times of trouble.

Nahum 1:7: The LORD [is] good, a strong hold in the day of trouble; and he knoweth them that trust in him. [strong hold: or, strength]

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Job 22:10 indicates adversity, but Romans 8:28 emphasizes that all things work for good for those who love God.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with John 16:33

Although Job 22:10 states trouble is inherent, John 16:33 offers peace and overcoming of the world through tribulation.

John 16:33: These things I have spoken unto you, that in me ye might have peace. In the world ye shall have tribulation: but be of good cheer; I have overcome the world.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 4:8-9

Job 22:10 presents trouble without escape, whereas 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 focuses on being troubled but not distressed.

2 Corinthians 4:8-9: [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; [in despair: or, altogether without help, or, means]
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