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Job 8:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Till he fill thy mouth with laughing, and thy lips with rejoicing.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Until he fills your mouth with laughter, and your lips with joy.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse promises that God will eventually restore joy and happiness to those who trust in Him.

📚 Historical Context

In the Book of Job, Bildad the Shuhite is speaking to Job during his intense suffering, where Job has lost his wealth, family, and health, and is questioning God's justice. Bildad, one of Job's friends, insists that God rewards the righteous and punishes the wicked, implying that Job's trials stem from hidden sin and that repentance will bring restoration. This verse reflects the ancient Near Eastern worldview that faithfulness to God leads to prosperity and joy.

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