Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 3:2

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 3:2 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 3:2. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, this verse shows that Job is about to speak about his feelings because he is very sad and upset. It is the beginning of a part where Job talks about how he wishes things were different because he is going through a hard time.

Job 3:2: And Job spake, and said, [spake: Heb. answered]

Contradiction with 1 Thessalonians 5:18

While Job 3:2 expresses lament, 1 Thessalonians 5:18 encourages giving thanks in all circumstances.

1 Thessalonians 5:18: In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:11

Job 3:2 is an expression of distress, but Philippians 4:11 emphasizes learning to be content in any situation.

Philippians 4:11: Not that I speak in respect of want: for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, [therewith] to be content.

Contradiction with James 1:2-3

Job curses his own birth, whereas James 1:2-3 advises counting trials as joy because they produce perseverance.

James 1:2-3: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Romans 8:28

Job laments his life, but Romans 8:28 assures that all things work together for good to those who love God.

Romans 8:28: And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to [his] purpose.

Contradiction with Psalm 34:1

Job is in despair, while Psalm 34:1 encourages blessing the Lord at all times, embracing continuous praise.

Psalm 34:1: [[A Psalm] of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, and he departed.] I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise [shall] continually [be] in my mouth. [Abimelech: or, Achish]

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:4

Job expresses regret over being born, yet Ecclesiastes 9:4 states that "a living dog is better than a dead lion," suggesting life's inherent value.

Ecclesiastes 9:4: For to him that is joined to all the living there is hope: for a living dog is better than a dead lion.
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