For what portion of God is there from above? and what inheritance of the Almighty from on high?
What portion does God give us from heaven? What inheritance does the Almighty give us from above?
Job is asking what we can expect to receive from God - what portion or inheritance He gives us from heaven.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Job is set in the ancient Near East, likely during the patriarchal period around 2000-1500 BC, and tells the story of a righteous man named Job who endures severe suffering despite his blameless life. In Job 31, Job is delivering a solemn oath of innocence, listing various sins he claims not to have committed as he defends himself before God. This verse specifically reflects Job's rhetorical question about what divine reward or inheritance he could expect from God if he had been unfaithful, emphasizing his deep reverence and fear of the Almighty.
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