Job 6:2 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to the author of the book of Job, Job is saying he wishes his sadness and troubles could be measured so others could understand how heavy they feel. He wants people to see just how hard things are for him.

Contradiction with Ecclesiastes 4:1

This verse highlights the prevalence of oppression and the lack of comforters, contradicting Job 6:2 where Job desires his sorrow to be weighed, emphasizing personal suffering rather than widespread injustice.

Ecclesiastes 4:1: So I returned, and considered all the oppressions that are done under the sun: and behold the tears of [such as were] oppressed, and they had no comforter; and on the side of their oppressors [there was] power; but they had no comforter. [side: Heb. hand]

Contradiction with Proverbs 15:13

This verse suggests that a merry heart makes a cheerful countenance, which opposes Job 6:2 as it delves into sorrow and heaviness rather than joy.

Proverbs 15:13: A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance: but by sorrow of the heart the spirit is broken.

Contradiction with James 1:2

This verse advises to count it all joy when facing trials, which contradicts Job 6:2 as Job is expressing deep distress and a desire for his grief to be understood.

James 1:2: My brethren, count it all joy when ye fall into divers temptations; [temptations: or, trials]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:4

This verse commands rejoicing in the Lord always, which contradicts the lament and wish for understanding of Job's burdens in Job 6:2.

Philippians 4:4: Rejoice in the Lord alway: [and] again I say, Rejoice.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

This verse encourages casting all anxiety on God, contradicting the expression of deeply felt grief and desire for it to be acknowledged in Job 6:2 instead of releasing it.

1 Peter 5:7: Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Contradiction with Psalm 30:5

This verse mentions that weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning, which contrasts Job 6:2 as it focuses on the enduring heaviness of his sorrow rather than a temporary state.