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Job 3:2

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Then Job spoke up and said,

The heart of the verse

This verse introduces Job's first words after enduring tremendous suffering in silence for seven days.

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Read the KJV sourceKing James Version · English
And Job spake, and said,

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📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Job, set in the ancient Near East during the patriarchal era, Job is depicted as a righteous man who has faced catastrophic losses, including his family, wealth, and health, as part of a divine test orchestrated by God with Satan's involvement. This verse marks the beginning of Job's verbal response after seven days of silent mourning with his friends, signaling the start of his lament where he expresses profound despair. It reflects the cultural norms of the time, where individuals in grief often waited before speaking, highlighting the intensity of Job's suffering.

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Source text & reading approach

The source passage is the English King James Version (KJV). Faithful, Casual and Story are AI-assisted renderings in English or Spanish. They may contain errors or interpretations; compare them with the source and surrounding chapter.

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