Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 31:11

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 31:11 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 31:11. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to many Christian scholars, Job is saying that doing bad things is very wrong and should be punished by people in charge. He wants us to know that making such mistakes is serious and should not be ignored.

Job 31:11: For this [is] an heinous crime; yea, it [is] an iniquity [to be punished by] the judges.

Contradiction with Exodus 20:14

This verse simply states, "Thou shalt not commit adultery," emphasizing the prohibition without suggesting it is a heinous crime as Job 31:11 describes.

Exodus 20:14: Thou shalt not commit adultery.

Contradiction with Leviticus 20:10

This verse prescribes the death penalty for adultery, suggesting that Job's description of it as a heinous crime is appropriate, rather than contradictory.

Leviticus 20:10: And the man that committeth adultery with [another] man's wife, [even he] that committeth adultery with his neighbour's wife, the adulterer and the adulteress shall surely be put to death.

Contradiction with Proverbs 6:32

This verse portrays adultery as lacking understanding, which does not necessarily align with Job's classification as a heinous crime deserving severe judgment.

Proverbs 6:32: [But] whoso committeth adultery with a woman lacketh understanding: he [that] doeth it destroyeth his own soul. [understanding: Heb. heart]

Contradiction with John 8:7

This verse shows Jesus' response to an adulteress that emphasizes forgiveness and not condemnation, contradicting the severe consequences discussed in Job 31:11.

John 8:7: So when they continued asking him, he lifted up himself, and said unto them, He that is without sin among you, let him first cast a stone at her.

Paradox #1

This verse could be seen as morally inconsistent if it suggests a punishment or consequence that seems overly harsh or unforgiving for the behavior described. In today's context, some might argue that the prescribed response lacks compassion or understanding.

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