KJV ORIGINAL
If there be a messenger with him, an interpreter, one among a thousand, to shew unto man his uprightness:
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
If there is a messenger with him—an interpreter, one in a thousand—to show a person what is right:
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is describing how God might send a special messenger or interpreter to help someone understand what they need to do to live rightly.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of Elihu's speech to Job, where he's explaining how God tries to get people's attention and guide them back to righteousness. In ancient times, messengers or interpreters were often seen as divine intermediaries who could help people understand God's will. Elihu is suggesting that God provides rare, special guidance through chosen messengers to help people find their way back to Him.
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