KJV ORIGINAL
Then should I yet have comfort; yea, I would harden myself in sorrow: let him not spare; for I have not concealed the words of the Holy One.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Then I would still have comfort; yes, I would strengthen myself in my pain: let God not hold back; because I have not hidden the words of the Holy One.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is saying that even in his terrible suffering, he finds comfort knowing he has been faithful to God and hasn't denied God's truth.
📚 Historical Context
Job is responding to his friend Eliphaz's accusation that his suffering must be due to sin. In ancient times, people often believed that suffering was always punishment for wrongdoing. Job maintains his innocence and faithfulness to God despite losing his children, wealth, and health.
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