KJV ORIGINAL
If I rejoiced at the destruction of him that hated me, or lifted up myself when evil found him:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
If I celebrated when someone who hated me was destroyed, or felt proud and happy when bad things happened to them:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is declaring that he never took pleasure in seeing his enemies suffer or experience misfortune.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Job's final defense speech where he lists his moral integrity before God. In ancient Middle Eastern culture, it was common to celebrate when enemies were defeated or suffered harm. Job is asserting that despite cultural norms, he maintained compassion even toward those who opposed him.
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