The rich man shall lie down, but he shall not be gathered: he openeth his eyes, and he is not.
The wealthy person lies down to sleep, but will never be brought back to life again. When he opens his eyes, everything he had is gone.
This verse is saying that when wealthy people die, they lose everything and can never return to reclaim their riches.
📚 Historical Context
In the book of Job, which is set in ancient times during the patriarchal era, Job is delivering a passionate defense of his integrity against his friends who assume his suffering stems from hidden sin. This verse is part of Job's discourse on the fate of the wicked, particularly the wealthy who exploit others, illustrating that even riches cannot shield one from death's inevitability or divine judgment. It draws from ancient Near Eastern wisdom traditions that emphasize God's ultimate justice over human prosperity.
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