Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 28:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 28:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 28:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, wisdom is more precious than gold and shiny jewels. No treasure in the world can be traded for true wisdom.

Job 28:17: The gold and the crystal cannot equal it: and the exchange of it [shall not be for] jewels of fine gold. [jewels...: or, vessels of]

Contradiction with Matthew 6:19

This verse advises against storing treasures on Earth, contrasting with the idea of valuing treasures like gold and crystal.

Matthew 6:19: Lay not up for yourselves treasures upon earth, where moth and rust doth corrupt, and where thieves break through and steal:

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:13-15

This verse says wisdom's worth is above rubies, while Job 28:17 implies a comparison to material wealth.

Proverbs 3:13-15: Happy [is] the man [that] findeth wisdom, and the man [that] getteth understanding. [that getteth...: Heb. that draweth out understanding]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 1:14

The pursuit of material wealth is seen as vanity, conflicting with the notion of comparing wisdom with gold and crystal.

Ecclesiastes 1:14: I have seen all the works that are done under the sun; and, behold, all [is] vanity and vexation of spirit.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:2

This verse questions why spend on what doesn't satisfy, differing from valuing material likenesses of wisdom like gold.

Isaiah 55:2: Wherefore do ye spend money for [that which is] not bread? and your labour for [that which] satisfieth not? hearken diligently unto me, and eat ye [that which is] good, and let your soul delight itself in fatness. [spend: Heb. weigh]
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