Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 37:20

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 37:20 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 37:20. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the book of Job, this verse means that if someone tries to talk to God, they should be careful because God's power is so big and mighty that speaking recklessly might end badly. It's like reminding us that God is much wiser and we should approach Him with respect and humility.

Job 37:20: Shall it be told him that I speak? if a man speak, surely he shall be swallowed up.

Contradiction with Proverbs 17:28

Proverbs 17:28 suggests keeping silent can be wise and beneficial, contrasting Job 37:20 which questions why one would speak to God knowing they cannot properly convey their thoughts.

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 Ecclesiastes 5:2

Ecclesiastes 5:2 advises being careful with words before God, yet Job 37:20 reflects on how one might speak unwisely about God.

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 James 1:19

James 1:19 encourages being slow to speak, whereas Job 37:20 illustrates the rashness or danger of speaking when one might not understand.

James 1:19: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
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