Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 34:36

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 34:36 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 34:36. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to Elihu, he hopes that Job will keep being tested because of the things he has said that sound like bad people. Elihu thinks Job needs to be checked to see if his words are really true.

Job 34:36: My desire [is that] Job may be tried unto the end because of [his] answers for wicked men. [My...: or, My father, let Job be tried]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:6

This verse advises trusting in the Lord for guidance in all ways, which contradicts Job 34:36 where Job is being tested for his speech without acknowledging divine wisdom.

Proverbs 3:6: In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.

Contradiction with Job 42:7

God rebukes Job's friends for not speaking rightly about Him, implying Job has spoken correctly about God, which contradicts Job 34:36 where Elihu suggests Job speaks without knowledge.

Job 42:7: And it was [so], that after the LORD had spoken these words unto Job, the LORD said to Eliphaz the Temanite, My wrath is kindled against thee, and against thy two friends: for ye have not spoken of me [the thing that is] right, as my servant Job [hath].

Contradiction with James 1:5

This verse encourages seeking wisdom from God, who gives generously, which contradicts Job 34:36 suggesting that Job should be tried for lacking understanding.

James 1:5: If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all [men] liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.

Contradiction with Romans 11:33

This verse celebrates the depth of God's wisdom and knowledge, differing from Job 34:36 where Elihu suggests Job's speech lacks understanding of God's wisdom.

Romans 11:33: O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! how unsearchable [are] his judgments, and his ways past finding out!

Contradiction with Proverbs 28:26

Trusting one's own heart is contrasted here as foolish, while Job 34:36 criticizes Job as speaking foolishly without understanding.

Proverbs 28:26: He that trusteth in his own heart is a fool: but whoso walketh wisely, he shall be delivered.
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