KJV ORIGINAL
Then Satan answered the LORD, and said, Doth Job fear God for nought?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then Satan replied to the LORD and said, 'Does Job respect and honor God for nothing? What does he get out of it?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Satan is challenging God by suggesting that Job only serves God because of the blessings and protection he receives in return.
📚 Historical Context
This conversation takes place in the heavenly court where Satan appears before God along with other heavenly beings. Satan is questioning Job's motives for faithfulness, suggesting that Job's devotion to God is purely transactional - based only on the prosperity and protection God has given him. This sets up the great test that will follow in Job's life.
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