Contradiction with Psalm 37:25
States that the righteous are not forsaken nor their children begging bread, which contradicts Job 24:8 where the afflicted are left without shelter.
Psalm 37:25: I have been young, and [now] am old; yet have I not seen the righteous forsaken, nor his seed begging bread.
Contradiction with Proverbs 10:3
Claims the Lord does not let the righteous go hungry, opposing Job 24:8 where the destitute suffer from exposure to the elements.
Proverbs 10:3: The LORD will not suffer the soul of the righteous to famish: but he casteth away the substance of the wicked. [the substance...: or, the wicked for their wickedness]
Contradiction with Matthew 6:31-32
Emphasizes that God provides for His people, contradicting Job 24:8 where God appears indifferent to their suffering.
Matthew 6:31-32: Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed?
Contradiction with Psalm 34:10
States those who seek the Lord lack no good thing, contradicting the dire situation described in Job 24:8.
Psalm 34:10: The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the LORD shall not want any good [thing].
Contradiction with Psalm 91:1-2
Assures God's protection to those who trust in Him, which is in contrast to the lack of shelter mentioned in Job 24:8.
Psalm 91:1-2: He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. [abide: Heb. lodge]
Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10
Promises God's support and protection, contradicting Job 24:8 where the destitute are left vulnerable to the elements.
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.
Paradox #1
The verse describes the suffering of people who are exposed to harsh weather, implying they are not cared for by God. This could seem inconsistent with the belief that God is always just and compassionate, raising questions about why such suffering is allowed if God is loving and protective.
Paradox #2
The potential contradiction in Job 24:8 might involve the issue of divine justice. This verse can be seen as describing the suffering of the innocent or the poor, which might seem inconsistent with the idea that God is just and provides for the needy. The verse suggests that the righteous may experience hardship, which could conflict with teachings that imply God rewards the righteous and punishes the wicked in this life.
Paradox #3
The contradiction or inconsistency could be seen in the perceived lack of justice. The verse might describe the suffering of innocent people, raising questions about why a just and all-powerful deity allows such unjust conditions without intervention. This can lead to a conflict between the belief in a just God and the reality of apparent injustice in the world.