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Job 19:11

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
He hath also kindled his wrath against me, and he counteth me unto him as one of his enemies.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

He has also lit his anger against me, and he considers me one of his enemies.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Job feels that God has turned against him with anger and now treats him like an enemy rather than a faithful servant.

📚 Historical Context

The Book of Job is set in the ancient Near East and tells the story of a righteous man named Job who faces severe suffering as a test allowed by God. In Job 19:11, Job expresses his deep anguish, feeling that God has turned against him like an enemy, amid accusations from his friends who believe his troubles stem from hidden sins. This verse highlights the biblical theme of wrestling with divine justice in a culture that often linked suffering directly to personal wrongdoing.

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