KJV ORIGINAL
So that they cause the cry of the poor to come unto him, and he heareth the cry of the afflicted.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
So that they cause the cry of the poor to reach him, and he hears the cry of those who are suffering.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that God hears when poor and suffering people cry out to him for help.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, Elihu is speaking to Job and his friends during a debate about suffering and divine justice, emphasizing that God maintains righteousness in the world. He argues that the wicked actions of people lead the poor and afflicted to cry out to God, who consistently hears and responds to their pleas. This reflects the ancient Hebrew view of God as a defender of the vulnerable in a society where oppression was common.
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