Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 38:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 38:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 38:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Job, God is saying that He has stored up resources, like treasure, to use in times when there are big problems or battles. This means God is prepared and in control, even when things get tough.

Job 38:23: Which I have reserved against the time of trouble, against the day of battle and war?

Contradiction with Proverbs 24:17

Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth. Contrast to God having reserved treasures of snow and hail against the day of battle, which implies using nature as a tool against enemies.

Proverbs 24:17: Rejoice not when thine enemy falleth, and let not thine heart be glad when he stumbleth:

Contradiction with Matthew 5:44

But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you. Contrasts with the idea of storing up resources for battling one's enemies.

Matthew 5:44: But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;

Contradiction with Romans 12:19

Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but rather give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance is mine; I will repay, saith the Lord. Emphasizes that vengeance is God's prerogative, contrasting with a human understanding of storing up for personal combat or retribution.

Romans 12:19: Dearly beloved, avenge not yourselves, but [rather] give place unto wrath: for it is written, Vengeance [is] mine; I will repay, saith the Lord.
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