If I rejoiced because my wealth was great, and because mine hand had gotten much;
Si me alegré porque tenía gran riqueza, y porque había trabajado duro para ganar tanto;
Job reflexiona sobre si alguna vez se enorgulleció de su riqueza y del esfuerzo que hizo para obtenerla.
📚 Contexto Histórico
The Book of Job is set in the ancient land of Uz, likely during the patriarchal era similar to Abraham's time, and explores themes of human suffering, divine justice, and personal integrity. In this verse, Job is defending his righteousness through a series of oaths, denying that he ever took pride in his wealth, which was a common way in ancient Near Eastern cultures to assert innocence in disputes or legal contexts. This reflects the broader biblical narrative where wealth is often seen as a potential source of temptation and moral testing.
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