KJV ORIGINAL
One dieth in his full strength, being wholly at ease and quiet.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
One person dies while still strong and healthy, living peacefully and comfortably without any troubles.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is pointing out that some people die while they're still healthy, wealthy, and living good lives - showing that suffering isn't always a punishment for wrongdoing.
📚 Historical Context
Job is responding to his friends who have been arguing that suffering always comes as punishment for sin. In ancient times, many believed that prosperity indicated God's blessing and suffering indicated God's judgment. Job is challenging this simplistic view by observing that death and hardship don't discriminate based on a person's moral standing.
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