KJV ORIGINAL
But put forth thine hand now, and touch all that he hath, and he will curse thee to thy face.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But reach out your hand now and strike everything he owns, and he will curse you to your face.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Satan is challenging God, claiming that Job only loves God because of his blessings and will turn against God if those blessings are taken away.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of a conversation between God and Satan in the heavenly court, where Satan accuses Job of only being faithful because of his prosperity. In ancient Near Eastern literature, such divine council scenes were common ways to explore questions about suffering and faith. Satan (literally 'the accuser') is challenging the authenticity of human devotion to God.
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