He is swift as the waters; their portion is cursed in the earth: he beholdeth not the way of the vineyards.
He moves as quickly as rushing water; their share of land is cursed on the earth; he no longer looks toward the vineyard paths.
This verse describes how the wicked person flees quickly like water and their inheritance becomes cursed, while they abandon the fruitful paths they once knew.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Job's speech where he's describing the fate of wicked people, though there's debate about whether Job is speaking his own views or quoting his friends' arguments. In ancient agricultural societies, vineyards represented prosperity and blessing, while cursed land was barren and unproductive. The imagery of swift waters often represented things that pass away quickly or flee.
Ask the AI Assistant
Have a question about this chapter or verse? Ask below for a clear explanation.