Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 32:12

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 32:12 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 32:12. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, none of Job's friends could show that he did something wrong or give good answers to his questions. They tried, but they couldn't help Job understand why he was suffering.

Job 32:12: Yea, I attended unto you, and, behold, [there was] none of you that convinced Job, [or] that answered his words:

Contradiction with Proverbs 18:2

This verse contradicts with Job 32:12 by highlighting that a fool has no delight in understanding but only in expressing personal opinions, implying a lack of wisdom in speeches without listening, whereas Job 32:12 acknowledges the importance of listening to others' words for wisdom.

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

Contradiction with James 1:19

This verse advises being quick to hear and slow to speak, which contrasts with Job 32:12 where Elihu emphasizes speaking after having listened attentively but criticizes others for not answering well.

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

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Suggests that even a fool is considered wise when they keep silent, contrasting with Job 32:12 where Elihu speaks because he feels others have failed in their answers.

Proverbs 17:28: Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: [and] he that shutteth his lips [is esteemed] a man of understanding.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Advises not to be rash with words and underscores that God is in heaven, whereas Job 32:12 reflects human speeches that need scrutiny and correction for lacking insight.

Ecclesiastes 5:2: Be not rash with thy mouth, and let not thine heart be hasty to utter [any] thing before God: for God [is] in heaven, and thou upon earth: therefore let thy words be few. [thing: or, word]

Contradiction with James 3:1

Warns that not many should become teachers because they will receive stricter judgment, while Job 32:12 highlights Elihu's critique of others' inability to teach or answer Job properly.

James 3:1: My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation. [condemnation: or, judgment]
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