Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 29:17

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 29:17 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 29:17. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, God helped Job to stop bad people from hurting others, like saving something from the mouth of a mean animal. Job was like a superhero who made sure the bad guys couldn't keep their stolen treasures.

Job 29:17: And I brake the jaws of the wicked, and plucked the spoil out of his teeth. [the jaws: Heb. the jawteeth, or, the grinders] [plucked: Heb. cast]

Contradiction with Matthew 5:39

This verse encourages turning the other cheek instead of taking violent action, which contradicts Job 29:17's depiction of breaking the jaws of the wicked.

Matthew 5:39: But I say unto you, That ye resist not evil: but whosoever shall smite thee on thy right cheek, turn to him the other also.

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

This verse advises leaving vengeance to God, in contrast with Job 29:17, where Job takes action into his own hands.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.

Contradiction with Proverbs 20:22

Advises not to say "I will repay evil," opposing Job 29:17's active approach to justice through force.

Proverbs 20:22: Say not thou, I will recompense evil; [but] wait on the LORD, and he shall save thee.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 3:9

Encourages not repaying evil for evil, contradicting the more aggressive stance in Job 29:17.

1 Peter 3:9: Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing.

Contradiction with Luke 6:29

Suggests offering the other cheek to a smiter, in contradiction to the retributive action in Job 29:17.

Luke 6:29: And unto him that smiteth thee on the [one] cheek offer also the other; and him that taketh away thy cloke forbid not [to take thy] coat also.

Paradox #1

The potential contradiction in Job 29:17 could be the idea of using force or violence to achieve justice, which might conflict with values of forgiveness and peaceful resolution portrayed elsewhere in religious teachings. This tension could arise from balancing the use of strength with mercy and kindness.

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