Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 29:22

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 29:22 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 29:22. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the writer of the book of Job, when Job spoke, people listened carefully and didn't talk back because Job's words were wise and important. His words were like gentle rain that helped them understand things better.

Job 29:22: After my words they spake not again; and my speech dropped upon them.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:19

This verse suggests that in a multitude of words, there lacks not sin, which contradicts Job 29:22 where words bring silence and are valued.

Proverbs 10:19: In the multitude of words there wanteth not sin: but he that refraineth his lips [is] wise.

Contradiction with Job 32:18-20

These verses describe an abundance of words driven by an internal spirit, contrasting Job 29:22 where words are final and authoritative, not plentiful.

Job 32:18-20: For I am full of matter, the spirit within me constraineth me. [matter: Heb. words] [spirit...: Heb. spirit of my belly]

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:2

This verse values understanding over communication of one's own thoughts, while Job 29:22 emphasizes the weight of one's own words.

Proverbs 18:2: A fool hath no delight in understanding, but that his heart may discover itself.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Advises being slow to speak, unlike Job 29:22 where the speaker's words easily put an end to discussions.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:27

Suggests that a man of knowledge spares his words, contrasting with the depiction in Job 29:22 where words appear authoritative and decisive.

Proverbs 17:27: He that hath knowledge spareth his words: [and] a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. [an...: or, a cool]
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