Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 4:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 4:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 4:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, humans are seen as fragile and not very strong, like houses made of clay that can easily be broken. They are reminded that they are made from the earth and can be easily hurt or destroyed.

Job 4:19: How much less [in] them that dwell in houses of clay, whose foundation [is] in the dust, [which] are crushed before the moth?

Contradiction with Psalm 8:5

This verse highlights humanity's exalted position, being made a little lower than the angels, which contradicts the lowly and fragile portrayal of humans in Job 4:19.

Psalm 8:5: For thou hast made him a little lower than the angels, and hast crowned him with glory and honour.

Contradiction with Genesis 1:27

This verse states that humans are created in the image of God, suggesting inherent dignity and value, contrasting with the fragility and insignificance implied in Job 4:19.

Genesis 1:27: So God created man in his [own] image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them.

Contradiction with 1 Corinthians 6:19

This verse describes humans as temples of the Holy Spirit, implying value and honor, which is in contrast to the frailty suggested in Job 4:19.

1 Corinthians 6:19: What? know ye not that your body is the temple of the Holy Ghost [which is] in you, which ye have of God, and ye are not your own?

Contradiction with Psalm 139:14

This verse speaks of humans being fearfully and wonderfully made, which suggests a high regard for human creation, opposing Job 4:19’s depiction of human frailty.

Psalm 139:14: I will praise thee; for I am fearfully [and] wonderfully made: marvellous [are] thy works; and [that] my soul knoweth right well. [right...: Heb. greatly]

Contradiction with Hebrews 2:7

This verse states that humans are crowned with glory and honor, again elevating humanity’s status contrary to the picture painted in Job 4:19.

Hebrews 2:7: Thou madest him a little lower than the angels; thou crownedst him with glory and honour, and didst set him over the works of thy hands: [lower...: or, while inferior to]

Paradox #1

The contradiction or conflict in Job 4:19 could stem from the depiction of humans as fragile and insignificant compared to divine beings. This might conflict with the belief that humans are created in the image of God and hold intrinsic value and dignity. The verse could be seen as undermining human worth, which contrasts with the idea of humanity's special place in creation.

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