KJV ORIGINAL
Desire not the night, when people are cut off in their place.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Don't wish for the darkness, when people are destroyed where they stand.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is warning against longing for times of judgment or destruction when people face sudden calamity.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, Elihu is addressing Job during his intense suffering, as part of a series of speeches defending God's justice and sovereignty. This verse warns against desiring the night, which in ancient Near Eastern culture often represented danger, chaos, or divine judgment, symbolizing times when people face sudden destruction. Elihu uses this imagery to caution Job against wishing for circumstances that could lead to further harm.
Explore Similar Verses
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.
Share or Save