Contradiction with Psalm 90:10
This verse states, "The days of our years are threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength they be fourscore years, yet is their strength labour and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and we fly away," suggesting a typical lifespan shorter than Job's.
Psalm 90:10: The days of our years [are] threescore years and ten; and if by reason of strength [they be] fourscore years, yet [is] their strength labour and sorrow; for it is soon cut off, and we fly away. [The days...: Heb. As for the days of our years, in them are seventy years]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 2:17-18
These verses convey a sense of despair and futility about life and labor under the sun, contrasting Job's long and seemingly contented life post-trials.
Ecclesiastes 2:17-18: Therefore I hated life; because the work that is wrought under the sun [is] grievous unto me: for all [is] vanity and vexation of spirit.
Contradiction with Psalm 73:3-5
These verses reflect on the prosperity of the wicked and suggest that trouble does not come their way, which could contradict Job's experience of suffering despite his righteousness.
Psalm 73:3-5: For I was envious at the foolish, [when] I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
Contradiction with Isaiah 57:1-2
These verses discuss how merciful people often die prematurely, which contrasts with Job living a full, prosperous life despite significant trials.
Isaiah 57:1-2: The righteous perisheth, and no man layeth [it] to heart: and merciful men [are] taken away, none considering that the righteous is taken away from the evil [to come]. [merciful...: Heb. men of kindness, or, godliness] [from...: or, from that which is evil]
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 7:15
This verse mentions that a righteous man perishes in his righteousness, which contrasts with Job's extended lifespan and blessings after his suffering.
Ecclesiastes 7:15: All [things] have I seen in the days of my vanity: there is a just [man] that perisheth in his righteousness, and there is a wicked [man] that prolongeth [his life] in his wickedness.
Paradox #1
The verse describes Job living a long and prosperous life after his trials. The contradiction or conflict might arise when considering the suffering Job endured earlier. It could raise questions about whether his suffering was justified or if prosperity at the end diminishes the significance of the suffering and the losses he experienced. This could create tension between the justice or fairness of his experiences and their resolution.