The stranger did not lodge in the street: but I opened my doors to the traveller.
No stranger had to sleep outside in the street, because I opened my doors to travelers.
Job is declaring that he always showed hospitality to strangers and travelers, never letting them sleep on the streets when he could provide shelter.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, set in the ancient Near East, Job is defending his righteousness during a time of great suffering by listing his moral actions as evidence of his integrity. Hospitality was a crucial cultural value in that era, as travelers faced dangers and relied on hosts for safety and sustenance, much like in other biblical stories such as Abraham welcoming strangers. Job's words here emphasize his commitment to this practice, portraying it as a hallmark of his blameless life.
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