KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore doth Job open his mouth in vain; he multiplieth words without knowledge.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So Job opens his mouth for nothing; he speaks many words without understanding.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying that Job is talking too much without really knowing what he's talking about.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Job, a righteous man named Job endures severe suffering and engages in debates with his friends about God's justice and his own innocence. Elihu, a younger figure who speaks after Job's other friends, criticizes Job for his complaints, arguing that Job's words are misguided and lack true understanding of God's ways. This verse reflects the ongoing dialogue in the story, where human perspectives on divine matters are tested.
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