KJV ORIGINAL
He that is ready to slip with his feet is as a lamp despised in the thought of him that is at ease.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Someone who is about to fall is like a lamp that's looked down upon by those who are comfortable and secure.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that people who are doing well tend to despise and look down on those who are struggling or failing.
📚 Historical Context
Job is responding to his friends who have been criticizing him and suggesting his suffering is due to his own sin. In ancient times, prosperity was often seen as a sign of God's blessing, while suffering was viewed as punishment, leading the wealthy and healthy to look down on those experiencing hardship. Job is pointing out this cruel tendency of human nature.
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