Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 29:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 29:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 29:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, the people in the story waited eagerly for Job’s advice and wisdom, much like they waited for rain to come and help their crops grow. They trusted and valued what he had to say, just like rain is important for thirsty plants.

Job 29:23: And they waited for me as for the rain; and they opened their mouth wide [as] for the latter rain.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 11:4

This verse suggests uncertainty and hesitance in awaiting results, unlike Job 29:23 which expresses assurance and confidence in receiving something good.

Ecclesiastes 11:4: He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap.

Contradiction with James 1:6

This verse emphasizes the instability of doubt, whereas Job 29:23 reflects a stable and confident expectation.

James 1:6: But let him ask in faith, nothing wavering. For he that wavereth is like a wave of the sea driven with the wind and tossed.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:34

This verse advises against worrying about future outcomes, in contrast to Job 29:23's confident anticipation of future benefit.

Matthew 6:34: Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day [is] the evil thereof.

Contradiction with Isaiah 8:17

This verse speaks of waiting for the Lord, who is hiding, showing uncertainty, while Job 29:23 implies a certain expectation and clarity of outcome.

Isaiah 8:17: And I will wait upon the LORD, that hideth his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him.

Contradiction with Proverbs 27:1

This verse warns against assuming the future, whereas Job 29:23 confidently expects future goodness.

Proverbs 27:1: Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth. [to...: Heb. to morrow day]
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