Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 7:19

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 7:19 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 7:19. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the Book of Job, Job feels very sad and wonders when God will stop making him feel upset and give him a little break. He just wants a moment to rest and breathe like swallowing his spit without any trouble.

Job 7:19: How long wilt thou not depart from me, nor let me alone till I swallow down my spittle?

Contradiction with Deuteronomy 31:6

This verse assures God's constant presence and support, which contrasts with Job 7:19 wherein Job feels that God will not let him alone.

Deuteronomy 31:6: Be strong and of a good courage, fear not, nor be afraid of them: for the LORD thy God, he [it is] that doth go with thee; he will not fail thee, nor forsake thee.

Contradiction with Psalm 139:7-10

These verses emphasize God's omnipresence and constant guidance, conflicting with Job's sense of abandonment expressed in Job 7:19.

Psalm 139:7-10: Whither shall I go from thy spirit? or whither shall I flee from thy presence?

Contradiction with Isaiah 41:10

This verse promises God's unwavering presence and help, contradicting Job's feeling of being persistently scrutinized in Job 7:19.

Isaiah 41:10: Fear thou not; for I [am] with thee: be not dismayed; for I [am] thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness.

Contradiction with Hebrews 13:5

This verse assures believers that God will never leave nor forsake them, opposing the sense of divine absence experienced by Job in Job 7:19.

Hebrews 13:5: [Let your] conversation [be] without covetousness; [and be] content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee.

Paradox #1

Some people might see a contradiction in this verse regarding God's attention and presence. While this verse suggests a feeling of being constantly watched by God, other parts of the Bible talk about God's loving and caring nature, which could seem inconsistent with feeling scrutinized or burdened. However, this is often understood as a reflection of human feeling during times of suffering rather than a true contradiction in doctrine.

Paradox #2

Job 7:19 might seem to present a contradiction or conflict because it expresses a deep feeling of abandonment and suffering. Some might see a conflict between this expression and the idea of a loving, ever-present God, as Job feels ignored in his suffering. This can be challenging to understand within the context of faith and divine care.

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