If thou sinnest, what doest thou against him? or if thy transgressions be multiplied, what doest thou unto him?
If you sin, what harm does that do to God? Even if you commit many wrongs, what damage does that cause Him?
This verse is saying that our sins don't actually hurt or diminish God in any way - He remains perfect and unaffected by our wrongdoing.
📚 Historical Context
The Book of Job is set in the ancient Near East during the patriarchal era, likely around the time of Abraham, and tells the story of a righteous man named Job who endures severe suffering despite his faithfulness. In Job 35, Elihu, a younger character, speaks to correct Job's misconceptions about God's justice, arguing that human actions do not impact God's nature or authority. This verse specifically highlights Elihu's point that sins committed by people like Job do not harm God, emphasizing His supreme transcendence.
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