Contradiction with Proverbs 22:9
Job 24:11 mentions people suffering and lacking basic necessities like oil, despite their labor. Proverbs 22:9 suggests those who are generous will be blessed and no one will lack.
Proverbs 22:9: He that hath a bountiful eye shall be blessed; for he giveth of his bread to the poor. [He that...: Heb. Good of eye]
Contradiction with Psalm 1:3
Job 24:11 describes workers experiencing hardship, while Psalm 1:3 portrays those who labor righteously as prosperous and fruitful.
Psalm 1:3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. [wither: Heb. fade]
Contradiction with Deuteronomy 28:8
Job 24:11 highlights suffering despite labor, yet Deuteronomy 28:8 promises blessings and abundance for the work of hands.
Deuteronomy 28:8: The LORD shall command the blessing upon thee in thy storehouses, and in all that thou settest thine hand unto; and he shall bless thee in the land which the LORD thy God giveth thee. [storehouses: or, barns]
Contradiction with Proverbs 11:18
While Job 24:11 shows laborers suffering and lacking, Proverbs 11:18 suggests that righteous work results in sure reward.
Proverbs 11:18: The wicked worketh a deceitful work: but to him that soweth righteousness [shall be] a sure reward.
Contradiction with Psalm 128:2
Job 24:11 depicts people working hard but still suffering, whereas Psalm 128:2 promises happiness and well-being as a result of labor.
Psalm 128:2: For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands: happy [shalt] thou [be], and [it shall be] well with thee.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:19
The verse in Job highlights toil without fulfillment, contrasting with Ecclesiastes 5:19, which speaks of work and wealth as gifts from God bringing joy.
Ecclesiastes 5:19: Every man also to whom God hath given riches and wealth, and hath given him power to eat thereof, and to take his portion, and to rejoice in his labour; this [is] the gift of God.
Contradiction with Isaiah 3:10
Job 24:11 shows workers in distress and need, whereas Isaiah 3:10 assures that it will be well with the righteous and they will enjoy the fruits of their deeds.
Isaiah 3:10: Say ye to the righteous, that [it shall be] well [with him]: for they shall eat the fruit of their doings.
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Job 24:11 could be seen in how it highlights the unfairness faced by laborers who work hard but do not get to enjoy the benefits of their labor. This can conflict with the idea of a just and fair world, where everyone gets what they deserve based on their efforts.