KJV ORIGINAL
For this is an heinous crime; yea, it is an iniquity to be punished by the judges.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
For this would be a terrible crime; yes, it would be a sin that deserves punishment by the courts.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that the behavior he's describing would be such a serious wrongdoing that it would deserve legal punishment.
📚 Historical Context
Job is continuing his oath of innocence, specifically addressing adultery in the previous verses. In ancient times, adultery was not just considered a moral failing but also a crime punishable by law. Job is emphasizing the severity of such behavior by noting it would warrant judgment by human courts, not just divine disapproval.
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