Contradiction with Romans 14:8
This verse expresses that whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord, which contrasts with Job's expression of wishing he had died at birth.
Romans 14:8: For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's.
Contradiction with Psalm 139:13-16
These verses speak of God's intentional creation and purpose for life, contrasting Job's lament over his birth.
Psalm 139:13-16: For thou hast possessed my reins: thou hast covered me in my mother's womb.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 3:1-2
These verses affirm that there is a time to be born, contradicting Job's desire to have died at birth.
Ecclesiastes 3:1-2: To every [thing there is] a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven:
Contradiction with Jeremiah 1:5
This verse states that God knew us before we were born and has a purpose, opposing Job's lament about coming into existence.
Jeremiah 1:5: Before I formed thee in the belly I knew thee; and before thou camest forth out of the womb I sanctified thee, [and] I ordained thee a prophet unto the nations. [ordained: Heb. gave]
Contradiction with Philippians 1:21
This verse states that to live is Christ and to die is gain, suggesting that life has purpose, contrary to Job's wish.
Philippians 1:21: For to me to live [is] Christ, and to die [is] gain.
Contradiction with Psalm 71:6
This verse acknowledges God as a sustaining force from birth, which contradicts Job's wish to have never been born.
Psalm 71:6: By thee have I been holden up from the womb: thou art he that took me out of my mother's bowels: my praise [shall be] continually of thee.
Contradiction with Isaiah 49:1
It mentions being called by God from the womb, which contrasts with Job's lament of not living.
Isaiah 49:1: Listen, O isles, unto me; and hearken, ye people, from far; The LORD hath called me from the womb; from the bowels of my mother hath he made mention of my name.
Contradiction with John 16:21
This verse speaks of the joy of a child being born, opposing Job's negative feelings towards his own birth.
John 16:21: A woman when she is in travail hath sorrow, because her hour is come: but as soon as she is delivered of the child, she remembereth no more the anguish, for joy that a man is born into the world.
Paradox #1
The verse in question expresses Job's deep despair and wish that he had never been born. The potential theological conflict arises because this sentiment may seem at odds with the belief in the inherent value and purpose of life, which is a recurring theme in many religious texts. Additionally, it can challenge the notion of trusting in God's plan, as it reflects a moment of doubt and questioning God's wisdom in allowing suffering.
Paradox #2
The potential issue with Job 3:11 could be its expression of despair and questioning of life, which might seem inconsistent with themes of hope and trust in God's plan found elsewhere in the Bible. This contrast can be seen as a struggle between human suffering and faith, where Job's lament may appear to conflict with other teachings on faith and endurance.
Paradox #3
Job 3:11 expresses a deep wish for non-existence due to immense suffering. The contradiction or conflict here could be in the broader theological context where life is often considered a gift from God, and despairing to the point of wishing for death could seem contrary to valuing that gift. Additionally, it raises questions about the justice of a benevolent God allowing such suffering that someone would wish for nonexistence.