Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 6:3

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 6:3 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 6:3. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, Job is feeling very, very sad and heavy inside, like having a pile of sand on him, and he can't find the right words to say how much he is hurting.

Job 6:3: For now it would be heavier than the sand of the sea: therefore my words are swallowed up. [my words...: that is, I want words to express my grief]

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:25

While Job 6:3 describes Job's words as heavier than the sand due to his grief, Proverbs 12:25 suggests that a kind word can alleviate heaviness in the heart.

Proverbs 12:25: Heaviness in the heart of man maketh it stoop: but a good word maketh it glad.

Contradiction with James 1:2

Job 6:3 expresses overwhelming grief, whereas James 1:2 encourages believers to consider trials as an opportunity for joy.

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

Contradiction with Philippians 4:6-7

Job 6:3 speaks of immense burden and anguish, whereas Philippians 4:6-7 promotes a mindset of peace through prayer and supplication, contradicting the turmoil expressed.

Philippians 4:6-7: Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.

Contradiction with 1 Peter 5:7

Job speaks of his weighty troubles, but 1 Peter 5:7 invites casting all anxieties on God, suggesting reliance on divine support rather than bearing heavy burdens.

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

Contradiction with Psalm 30:5

Job 6:3 reflects a deep, persistent sorrow, while Psalm 30:5 suggests that weeping is temporary and joy comes in the morning.

Psalm 30:5: For his anger [endureth but] a moment; in his favour [is] life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy [cometh] in the morning. [his anger...: Heb. there is but a moment in his anger] [for a night: Heb. in the evening] [joy: Heb. singing]
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