Contradiction with Romans 3:23
This verse states that all have sinned, contradicting Job's claim of innocence in Job 34:5.
Romans 3:23: For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;
Contradiction with 1 John 1:8
This verse asserts that claiming to be without sin is self-deception, contradicting Job's assertion of being righteous.
1 John 1:8: If we say that we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:20
This verse states there is no one on earth who is righteous and never sins, opposing Job's claim in Job 34:5.
Ecclesiastes 7:20: For [there is] not a just man upon earth, that doeth good, and sinneth not.
Paradox #1
The potential contradiction in Job 34:5 might be that Job claims his innocence while suffering, which could conflict with the idea that only the guilty suffer. This raises questions about justice and the reason for suffering.