KJV ORIGINAL
He will not suffer me to take my breath, but filleth me with bitterness.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He won't even let me catch my breath, but instead fills me with bitterness.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that God won't give him any relief from his suffering and instead keeps filling his life with painful experiences.
📚 Historical Context
Job spoke these words during his intense period of suffering after losing his children, possessions, and health. He was trying to express to his friends how overwhelming and relentless his pain felt. In ancient times, people understood suffering as often connected to divine displeasure, making Job's experience even more confusing since he knew he hadn't done anything to deserve such treatment.
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