Job 36:23 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Who hath enjoined him his way? or who can say, Thou hast wrought iniquity?

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Who has given God directions about what He should do? Who can accuse Him of doing wrong?

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse declares that no one has the authority to tell God what to do or to accuse Him of wrongdoing.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of Elihu's speech to Job, where the young man is defending God's character and sovereignty. Elihu is responding to Job's complaints about his suffering and his friends' accusations, arguing that God's ways are beyond human judgment. This comes near the end of the dialogue section before God Himself speaks to Job.

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