Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
This verse advises trusting in the Lord completely, while Job 40:2 asks if a person contends with the Almighty, suggesting questioning or disputing with God.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Romans 9:20
This verse highlights that humans should not question God's decisions, whereas Job 40:2 presents the idea of a human contending with God.
Romans 9:20: Nay but, O man, who art thou that repliest against God? Shall the thing formed say to him that formed [it], Why hast thou made me thus? [repliest...: or, answerest again, or, disputest with God?]
Contradiction with Isaiah 45:9
This verse criticizes those who argue with their Creator, while Job 40:2 acknowledges someone engaging in discourse with the Almighty.
Isaiah 45:9: Woe unto him that striveth with his Maker! [Let] the potsherd [strive] with the potsherds of the earth. Shall the clay say to him that fashioneth it, What makest thou? or thy work, He hath no hands?
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 5:2
This verse advises being careful with words before God, contrasting with Job 40:2's presentation of someone willing to correct or contend with 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 Isaiah 55:8-9
These verses emphasize God's thoughts and ways are higher than human understanding, contrasting with the notion in Job 40:2 of human contention with God.
Isaiah 55:8-9: For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD.
Paradox #1
The potential moral conflict in Job 40:2 could be the question of human limits in questioning or challenging divine decisions. On one hand, questioning can be seen as an important part of human curiosity and seeking understanding. On the other hand, the verse suggests that questioning God's judgment might be inappropriate or futile, which can conflict with the value of seeking truth and justice. This creates a tension between submitting to divine will and the moral duty to question and understand suffering.