If I have eaten the fruits thereof without money, or have caused the owners thereof to lose their life:
If I have eaten its crops without paying for them, or caused the people who owned the land to lose their lives:
Job is declaring that he has never stolen food or harmed landowners to take what wasn't rightfully his.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, set in the ancient Near East during the time of the patriarchs, Job is a prosperous man who suffers greatly and defends his moral integrity against accusations from his friends. He makes a series of oaths to declare his innocence, including not wrongfully taking or harming others' resources, which highlights the cultural emphasis on justice and ethical treatment in land ownership. This verse reflects the societal norms where exploiting another's property or life was seen as a grave sin against both people and God.
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