KJV ORIGINAL
But he saveth the poor from the sword, from their mouth, and from the hand of the mighty.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But God saves the poor from violence, from harsh words that hurt them, and from the power of those who would harm them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is the protector of vulnerable people, rescuing them from both physical harm and cruel treatment by powerful people.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Eliphaz's speech to Job, where he's describing God's justice and care for the oppressed. In ancient times, the poor and powerless had little legal protection and were often exploited by the wealthy and influential. Eliphaz is emphasizing that while earthly systems may fail the vulnerable, God acts as their defender.
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