Contradictions and Paradoxes in Job 8:18

Check out Contradictions Catalog of Job 8:18 for the comprehensive list of verses that contradicts Job 8:18. Some key contradictions and paradoxes are described below.

According to the author of the book of Job, this verse means that if a plant is pulled from the ground, the place it grew might act like it never knew the plant was there. It helps us understand that sometimes, things or people can be forgotten when they’re gone.

Job 8:18: If he destroy him from his place, then [it] shall deny him, [saying], I have not seen thee.

Contradiction with Psalm 37:11

Unlike the destruction suggested in Job 8:18, this verse promises that the meek shall inherit the earth and delight in abundance.

Psalm 37:11: But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.

Contradiction with Matthew 5:5

This contradicts Job 8:18 by stating that the meek will inherit the earth, implying that the righteous are not destroyed.

Matthew 5:5: Blessed [are] the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.

Contradiction with Isaiah 55:12

While Job 8:18 suggests removal and destruction, this verse speaks of joy and peace for those going out, indicating prosperity instead of ruin.

Isaiah 55:12: For ye shall go out with joy, and be led forth with peace: the mountains and the hills shall break forth before you into singing, and all the trees of the field shall clap [their] hands.

Contradiction with Proverbs 12:3

Unlike the concept of being uprooted from Job 8:18, this verse claims that the righteous shall not be moved, emphasizing stability.

Proverbs 12:3: A man shall not be established by wickedness: but the root of the righteous shall not be moved.

Contradiction with Psalm 1:3

Contrary to the uprooting in Job 8:18, this verse describes the righteous as like a tree planted by water, not easily removed.

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 Psalm 112:6

This verse insists that the righteous will be in everlasting remembrance, contradicting the idea of obscurity in Job 8:18.

Psalm 112:6: Surely he shall not be moved for ever: the righteous shall be in everlasting remembrance.

Contradiction with Proverbs 10:30

This contradicts Job 8:18 by stating that the righteous shall never be removed.

Proverbs 10:30: The righteous shall never be removed: but the wicked shall not inhabit the earth.

Contradiction with Isaiah 40:31

Offers a promise of renewal and strength rather than being cast away, contrasting with Job 8:18.

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 Psalm 55:22

Assures that the righteous will never be moved, opposite to being rooted out as in Job 8:18.

Psalm 55:22: Cast thy burden upon the LORD, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the righteous to be moved. [burden: or, gift]

Contradiction with Psalm 92:12-13

This passage indicates that the righteous will flourish, not be removed.

Psalm 92:12-13: The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.
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