Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 40:23

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 40:23 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 40:23. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, this verse talks about a big, strong creature that is not afraid and can drink lots of water from a river easily. It shows how mighty and powerful this creature is, reminding us of God's amazing creations.

Job 40:23: Behold, he drinketh up a river, [and] hasteth not: he trusteth that he can draw up Jordan into his mouth. [he drinketh up: Heb. he oppresseth]

Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5

This verse advises trusting in the Lord with all one's heart, unlike Job 40:23, which emphasizes the indifference of behemoth to the river or flood.

Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:26

This verse speaks of God's care for creation, in contrast to Job 40:23, where the behemoth is portrayed as self-reliant and unperturbed by natural forces.

Matthew 6:26: Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?

Contradiction with Psalm 23:4

This verse expresses fearlessness through divine guidance, whereas Job 40:23 describes the behemoth's fearlessness as inherent and natural.

Psalm 23:4: Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou [art] with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse offers divine reassurance against fear, unlike Job 40:23, where the behemoth's lack of fear is due to its own strength.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6

This verse encourages believers not to be anxious, relying on prayer, in contrast to the natural fearlessness of the behemoth in Job 40:23.

Philippians 4:6: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.
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