KJV ORIGINAL
Lo, all these things worketh God oftentimes with man,
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Look, God does all these things again and again with people,
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is pointing out that God repeatedly works in people's lives through various means.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, Elihu is addressing Job, who is enduring profound suffering and questioning God's justice after losing his wealth, health, and family. Elihu explains that God often uses various methods, such as dreams, warnings, and direct interventions, to communicate with and discipline people, emphasizing God's consistent efforts to guide humanity. This reflects the ancient Near Eastern worldview where divine actions were seen as purposeful responses to human behavior.
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