Contradiction with Psalm 18:6
This verse contradicts Job 35:12 as it states that God does hear and responds to the cries of the distressed.
Psalm 18:6: In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, [even] into his ears.
Contradiction with Psalm 145:19
This verse contradicts Job 35:12 by declaring that God fulfills the desires of those who fear Him and hears their cries and saves them.
Psalm 145:19: He will fulfil the desire of them that fear him: he also will hear their cry, and will save them.
Contradiction with Isaiah 65:24
This verse contradicts Job 35:12 as it emphasizes that God answers prayers before they are even spoken.
Isaiah 65:24: And it shall come to pass, that before they call, I will answer; and while they are yet speaking, I will hear.
Contradiction with Jeremiah 29:12
This verse contradicts Job 35:12 as it assures that God listens when people call on Him and pray.
Jeremiah 29:12: Then shall ye call upon me, and ye shall go and pray unto me, and I will hearken unto you.
Contradiction with 1 John 5:14
This verse contradicts Job 35:12 by affirming that God hears us and grants our requests when we ask in accordance with His will.
1 John 5:14: And this is the confidence that we have in him, that, if we ask any thing according to his will, he heareth us: [in: or, concerning]
Paradox #1
The contradiction in Job 35:12 could be seen in the idea that people cry out for help but are not answered by God. This might feel inconsistent because people often believe that a loving and just God should always respond to those in distress. The conflict could arise from the expectation that divine justice should be immediate and apparent, contrasting with the silence or perceived absence of God in times of need.