In the fulness of his sufficiency he shall be in straits: every hand of the wicked shall come upon him.
Even when he has everything he could want and feels completely secure, he will find himself in trouble: every evil person will turn against him.
This verse is saying that even when wicked people seem to have everything they need, they will still face distress and opposition from other evil people.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Job is set in the ancient Near East, likely during the patriarchal era around the time of Abraham, and follows the story of a righteous man named Job who endures severe suffering despite his blameless life. In Job 20, Zophar, one of Job's friends, delivers a speech arguing that the wicked may experience temporary prosperity but will ultimately face God's judgment. This verse reflects the biblical theme of divine retribution, common in ancient wisdom literature, warning that even the wealthy wicked will encounter distress from their enemies.
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