Contradiction with Isaiah 57:1-2
These verses suggest that sometimes the righteous die young to be spared from evil, contradicting the idea of youthful restoration and long life.
Isaiah 57:1-2: The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth [it] to heart: and merciful men [are] taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil [to come]. [merciful...: Heb. men of kindness, or, godliness] [from...: or, from that which is evil]
Contradiction with Psalm 73:12-14
These verses describe how the wicked live in ease and grow in wealth, contradicting the notion that suffering leads to renewal.
Psalm 73:12-14: Behold, these [are] the ungodly, who prosper in the world; they increase [in] riches.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:15
This verse observes that a righteous person perishing in righteousness contradicts the reward of renewed flesh like a child.
Ecclesiastes 7:15: All [things] have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just [man] that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked [man] that prolongeth [his life] in his wickedness.
Contradiction with James 1:2-4
These verses explain that trials increase perseverance, contrasting with the physical restoration Job 33:25 emphasizes.
James 1:2-4: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]
Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9-10
Paul's acceptance of weakness contrasts with the idea of being restored to youthful strength.
2 Corinthians 12:9-10: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 8:14
This observes that righteous people might receive what the wicked deserve, contradicting the promise of youthful vigor.
Ecclesiastes 8:14: There is a vanity which is done upon the earth; that there be just [men], unto whom it happeneth according to the work of the wicked; again, there be wicked [men], to whom it happeneth according to the work of the righteous: I said that this also [is] vanity.
Contradiction with Psalm 39:4-5
These verses highlight human frailty and the brevity of life, opposing the promise of youthful renewal.
Psalm 39:4-5: LORD, make me to know mine end, and the measure of my days, what it [is; that] I may know how frail I [am]. [how...: or, what time I have here]
Contradiction with 2 Samuel 12:22-23
David's acceptance of his child's death contrasts with the notion of being restored to vigorous health in life's adversity.
2 Samuel 12:22-23: And he said, While the child was yet alive, I fasted and wept: for I said, Who can tell [whether] GOD will be gracious to me, that the child may live?
Contradiction with Job 21:7-16
These verses discuss the prosperity of the wicked, which contrasts the renewal of the righteous seen in Job 33:25.
Job 21:7-16: Wherefore do the wicked live, become old, yea, are mighty in power?
Contradiction with Hebrews 11:13-16
These verses mention people of faith dying without receiving physical promises, contrasting the physical rejuvenation described.
Hebrews 11:13-16: These all died in faith, not having received the promises, but having seen them afar off, and were persuaded of [them], and embraced [them], and confessed that they were strangers and pilgrims on the earth. [in faith: Gr. according to faith]
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction or inconsistency in Job 33:25 might revolve around the idea of physical restoration or renewal being linked to righteousness or a change of heart. This could conflict with the experiences of people who maintain integrity and faith yet suffer physically or do not experience such renewal. This contrast raises questions about the fairness and predictability of divine intervention in people's lives.