KJV ORIGINAL
My harp also is turned to mourning, and my organ into the voice of them that weep.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
My harp has become a song of sadness, and my flute now sounds like the crying of those who weep.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that even his music, which once brought joy, has now become an expression of his deep grief and sorrow.
📚 Historical Context
Job is speaking near the end of his lengthy description of his current miserable condition, contrasting it with his former prosperity and honor. In ancient times, the harp and pipe (organ) were common musical instruments used for celebration, worship, and entertainment. Job is using these instruments as metaphors to show how completely his life has changed from joy to mourning.
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