Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 33:1

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 33:1 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 33:1. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book, Elihu is asking Job to listen carefully to what he has to say. He wants Job to pay attention because he believes his words are important.

Job 33:1: Wherefore, Job, I pray thee, hear my speeches, and hearken to all my words.

Contradiction with James 1:19

Encourages swift listening and restrained speech, contrasting with Job 33:1 where Elihu asks for attention to his words.

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 maintaining silence as wise, unlike Job 33:1 where Elihu insists on speaking.

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 Proverbs 10:19

Advises caution with words to avoid sin, conflicting with the invitation to speak in Job 33:1.

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

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2

Warns against rash words, unlike the proactive speech in Job 33:1.

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 Proverbs 18:13

Warns against giving an answer before hearing, yet in Job 33:1, a call to listen to expected speech is made.

Proverbs 18:13: He that answereth a matter before he heareth [it], it [is] folly and shame unto him. [answereth...: Heb. returneth a word]

Contradiction with James 3:2

Highlights the difficulty of not offending in word, contrary to Elihu's willingness to speak in Job 33:1.

James 3:2: For in many things we offend all. If any man offend not in word, the same [is] a perfect man, [and] able also to bridle the whole body.
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