Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 7:4

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 7:4 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 7:4. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, Job is feeling very restless and upset. He can't sleep and keeps wondering when the night will end so he can get up.

Job 7:4: When I lie down, I say, When shall I arise, and the night be gone? and I am full of tossings to and fro unto the dawning of the day. [the night...: Heb. the evening be measured?]

Contradiction with Psalm 30:5

This verse contradicts with Job 7:4 as it emphasizes joy and relief coming in the morning, whereas Job 7:4 speaks to an ongoing struggle and lack of rest until dawn.

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]

Contradiction with Lamentations 3:22-23

These verses highlight God's faithfulness and mercy being renewed every morning, contradicting Job 7:4, which reflects despair and restless nights.

Lamentations 3:22-23: [It is of] the LORD'S mercies that we are not consumed, because his compassions fail not.

Contradiction with Psalm 34:17

This verse suggests that the righteous are heard and delivered from troubles, opposing Job 7:4, where there is a sense of continuous suffering without relief.

Psalm 34:17: [The righteous] cry, and the LORD heareth, and delivereth them out of all their troubles.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

This verse speaks of renewed strength for those who wait on the Lord, in contrast to the weariness and unending labor described in Job 7:4.

Isaiah 40:31: But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew [their] strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; [and] they shall walk, and not faint. [renew: Heb. change]

Contradiction with Matthew 11:28

In this verse, Jesus offers rest to those who are weary, which contradicts the unceasing restlessness and struggle for relief depicted in Job 7:4.

Matthew 11:28: Come unto me, all [ye] that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
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