KJV ORIGINAL
But Job answered and said,
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But Job replied and said,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse introduces Job's response to his friend Bildad's harsh words.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Job is set in the ancient Near East during the patriarchal era, likely around the time of Abraham, and tells the story of a righteous man named Job who endures severe trials allowed by God to test his faith. In this context, Job's friends visit him to offer comfort but instead accuse him of hidden sins, leading to a series of dialogues. In Job 26:1, Job responds to his friend Bildad, beginning a defense that highlights God's majesty and his own innocence amid suffering.
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