Contradiction with Proverbs 14:29
This verse highlights that being slow to wrath demonstrates understanding, whereas Job 5:2 suggests that wrath is folly and leads to harm or destruction.
Proverbs 14:29: [He that is] slow to wrath [is] of great understanding: but [he that is] hasty of spirit exalteth folly. [hasty...: Heb. short of spirit]
Contradiction with Proverbs 16:32
This verse states that being slow to anger is better than being mighty, contrasting with Job 5:2, which emphasizes the negative outcome of anger leading to folly.
Proverbs 16:32: [He that is] slow to anger [is] better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.
Contradiction with James 1:19-20
These verses advise believers to be slow to wrath, as human wrath does not produce righteousness, contrasting with Job 5:2, which sees wrath as destructive folly.
James 1:19-20: Wherefore, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath:
Paradox #1
The message in the verse warns against allowing emotions like resentment and envy to take over, as they can lead to personal harm. A potential contradiction might arise in how some parts of the Bible also emphasize the righteous anger or zeal for justice, suggesting emotions can be used positively. Balancing these perspectives might seem inconsistent to some readers.