Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:5
This verse emphasizes the futility of trusting in man and contrasts with the idea of committing one’s cause to God, found in Job 5:8.
Jeremiah 17:5: Thus saith the LORD; Cursed [be] the man that trusteth in man, and maketh flesh his arm, and whose heart departeth from the LORD.
Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 9:11
This verse suggests that success does not always come from seeking God, contrasting with Job 5:8 which implies that counsel from God leads to positive outcomes.
Ecclesiastes 9:11: I returned, and saw under the sun, that the race [is] not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong, neither yet bread to the wise, nor yet riches to men of understanding, nor yet favour to men of skill; but time and chance happeneth to them all.
Contradiction with Psalm 10:4
This verse describes the wicked who do not seek God, suggesting that trusting in oneself leads to prosperity, contrasted by Job 5:8’s urging to seek God.
Psalm 10:4: The wicked, through the pride of his countenance, will not seek [after God]: God [is] not in all his thoughts. [God is...: or, all his thoughts are, There is no God]
Contradiction with Proverbs 3:5
Advises trusting in the Lord with all heart rather than relying on one's own understanding, creating a nuanced view on seeking guidance compared to Job 5:8’s view of turning directly to God.
Proverbs 3:5: Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
Contradiction with Amos 5:21-22
Indicates that God may reject the offerings and feasts of those who seek Him, which could contrast with Job 5:8 about seeking God with one's cause.
Amos 5:21-22: I hate, I despise your feast days, and I will not smell in your solemn assemblies. [in...: or, your holy days]