Job 23:5 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I would know the words which he would answer me, and understand what he would say unto me.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I wish I could know what words he would say back to me, and understand what he would tell me.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Job is longing to hear God's response and understand what God would say to him in his suffering.

📚 Historical Context

Job is speaking in the midst of tremendous personal loss - his children, wealth, and health have all been taken from him. His friends have been offering explanations for his suffering, but Job desperately wants to hear directly from God himself about why these tragedies have happened.

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