Job 8:11 Contradictions and Paradoxes

According to the author of the book, Bildad, this verse reminds us that just like plants need water and mud to grow, people need God's love and guidance to live a good life. Without God's help, it's hard for people to be happy and strong.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:8

This verse states that the word of God shall stand forever, implying a constancy that contrasts with the dependency on conditions highlighted in Job 8:11.

Isaiah 40:8: The grass withereth, the flower fadeth: but the word of our God shall stand for ever.

Contradiction with Matthew 6:28-30

These verses suggest divine providence where lilies grow without toil, contrasting the idea of dependent growth in Job 8:11.

Matthew 6:28-30: And why take ye thought for raiment? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow; they toil not, neither do they spin:

Contradiction with Psalm 1:3

This verse describes a tree that prospers irrespective of droughts or dry seasons, opposing the concept of conditional flourishing in Job 8:11.

Psalm 1:3: And he shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water, that bringeth forth his fruit in his season; his leaf also shall not wither; and whatsoever he doeth shall prosper. [wither: Heb. fade]

Contradiction with Philippians 4:19

This verse promises God's provision for all needs, which contradicts the implication of necessity for outward conditions for growth in Job 8:11.

Philippians 4:19: But my God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.

Contradiction with Jeremiah 17:7-8

This passage speaks of a tree that remains nourished and fruitful in adversity, which contrasts with the necessity of water in Job 8:11.

Jeremiah 17:7-8: Blessed [is] the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is.

Contradiction with Matthew 14:28-29

These verses depict Peter walking on water through faith, opposing the idea that natural elements are strictly necessary for certain actions as suggested in Job 8:11.

Matthew 14:28-29: And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water.

Contradiction with 2 Corinthians 12:9

This verse speaks of strength made perfect in weakness, contradicting the idea that physical conditions solely determine outcomes in Job 8:11.

2 Corinthians 12:9: And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.