Contradiction with Psalm 22:24
This verse states that God hears when one cries to Him, in contrast to Job 30:20, where Job feels God does not hear his cries.
Psalm 22:24: For he hath not despised nor abhorred the affliction of the afflicted; neither hath he hid his face from him; but when he cried unto him, he heard.
Contradiction with Isaiah 65:24
This verse promises that before people call, God will answer, contradicting Job's feeling of not being heard.
Isaiah 65:24: And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.
Contradiction with Matthew 7:7
This verse encourages asking and receiving, suggesting God listens, contrary to Job's experience in Job 30:20.
Matthew 7:7: Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find; knock, and it shall be opened unto you:
Contradiction with 1 John 5:14
This verse assures believers that if they ask anything according to God's will, He hears them, opposite to Job's perception.
1 John 5:14: And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: [in: or, concerning]
Contradiction with Psalm 34:17
This verse claims the righteous cry, and the Lord hears, conflicting with Job's feeling of being ignored.
Psalm 34:17: [The righteous] cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.
Paradox #1
The contradiction or conflict might arise from the feeling expressed in this verse where Job feels abandoned by God, while other parts of the Bible emphasize God's constant presence and faithfulness. This could be seen as inconsistent with the idea that God always answers or comforts those who call on Him.
Paradox #2
Job 30:20 might be seen as inconsistent with the idea that God always hears and answers prayers. In this verse, Job feels that God is not responding to him despite his cries for help. This can seem to contradict other parts of the Bible that assure believers that God is attentive and responsive to their prayers.
Paradox #3
The moral conflict in this verse could be the feeling of abandonment or unanswered prayers by God. This suggests a contradiction between the belief in a loving, responsive God and the experience of silence in times of distress, raising questions about divine justice and compassion.