KJV ORIGINAL
Then let mine arm fall from my shoulder blade, and mine arm be broken from the bone.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then let my arm fall off at the shoulder, and let my arm be broken away from the bone.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is calling down a severe physical curse on himself if he has failed to help the poor and needy.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Job's final defense speech where he lists various sins and calls down curses on himself if he's guilty of them. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, such self-imposed curses were serious oaths that demonstrated one's confidence in their innocence. Job specifically mentions losing his arm because he had just spoken about using his strength and influence to help orphans and the defenseless.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save