Did I fear a great multitude, or did the contempt of families terrify me, that I kept silence, and went not out of the door?
¿Acaso tuve miedo de la multitud, o me atemorizó tanto el desprecio de las familias que me quedé callado y no salí de mi casa?
Job pregunta si alguna vez dejó que el miedo al juicio de otros lo silenciara o lo mantuviera escondido en casa.
📚 Contexto Histórico
In the Book of Job, which is set in the ancient Near East during the patriarchal period, Job is delivering a solemn oath of innocence to defend himself against his friends' accusations that his sufferings stem from hidden sins. He specifically denies that fear of a large crowd or disdain from influential families caused him to remain silent and avoid public life, emphasizing his integrity. This reflects a culture where social reputation and community judgment played a crucial role in personal and familial honor.
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