KJV ORIGINAL
Doth not the ear try words? and the mouth taste his meat?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Doesn't the ear test words just like the mouth tastes food?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that just as our mouth can tell good food from bad, our ears should be able to tell wise words from foolish ones.
📚 Historical Context
Job is responding to his friends who have been giving him advice about his suffering, claiming to speak with wisdom and authority. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, wisdom was highly valued and often shared through oral tradition, making the ability to discern true wisdom from false teachings crucial for daily life.
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