Job 24:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Men groan from out of the city, and the soul of the wounded crieth out: yet God layeth not folly to them.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

People groan in pain from within the city, and the souls of the wounded cry out for help, yet God does not blame them for their suffering.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Job is pointing out that innocent people suffer greatly in cities, and God doesn't consider their pain to be punishment for foolishness.

📚 Historical Context

Job is speaking during his intense suffering, questioning why God allows the wicked to prosper while innocent people endure terrible pain. In ancient cities, the poor and vulnerable often faced exploitation, violence, and neglect. Job is challenging his friends' assumption that all suffering comes from personal sin.

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