Job 13:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Hear diligently my speech, and my declaration with your ears.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Listen carefully to what I'm saying, and pay close attention to what I'm telling you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Job is asking his friends to really listen and give their full attention to what he's about to say.

📚 Historical Context

Job is speaking to his three friends who have been accusing him of secret sins that supposedly caused his suffering. This verse comes as Job prepares to make his case directly to God, essentially asking his friends to be careful witnesses to his bold declaration of innocence.

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