KJV ORIGINAL
So went Satan forth from the presence of the LORD, and smote Job with sore boils from the sole of his foot unto his crown.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Satan left God's presence and struck Job with painful boils all over his body, from the bottom of his feet to the top of his head.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Satan afflicted Job with terrible, painful sores covering his entire body from head to toe.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the ancient story of Job, likely one of the oldest books in the Bible. In the ancient Near East, skin diseases and boils were considered among the most severe afflictions, often leading to social isolation and extreme suffering. The story presents a cosmic dialogue between God and Satan about human faithfulness during suffering.
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