Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 3:26

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 3:26 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 3:26. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, Job felt very sad and upset because even though he tried to be good, hard things still happened to him. He didn't feel safe, couldn't rest, and had no peace, but bad things happened anyway.

Job 3:26: I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came.

Contradiction with John 14:27

This verse contradicts Job 3:26 by offering peace and the absence of trouble, whereas Job expresses a lack of peace and being in turmoil.

John 14:27: Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:7

It speaks of the peace of God that surpasses understanding, contrasting with Job's experience of no peace and trouble.

Philippians 4:7: And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Psalm 29:11

Proclaims that the Lord gives strength and peace to His people, which contradicts Job's feeling of having no peace.

Psalm 29:11: The LORD will give strength unto his people; the LORD will bless his people with peace.

Contradiction with Isaiah 26:3

Talks about perfect peace for those who trust in God, while Job feels unrest and lacks peace.

Isaiah 26:3: Thou wilt keep [him] in perfect peace, [whose] mind [is] stayed [on thee]: because he trusteth in thee. [perfect...: Heb. peace, peace] [mind: or, thought, or, imagination]

Contradiction with Romans 15:13

Describes joy and peace in believing, which opposes Job's experience of being disturbed and without peace.

Romans 15:13: Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.

Paradox #1

Theological discussions around this verse might focus on the contrast between Job's experience of turmoil and the belief in a just and loving God. Some might see a challenge in reconciling Job's suffering with the idea that God looks after those who are faithful. However, this is often addressed within broader theological contexts that explore themes like human suffering, faith, and divine purpose.

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