KJV ORIGINAL
If God will not withdraw his anger, the proud helpers do stoop under him.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
If God doesn't hold back his anger, even the proudest and most powerful supporters bow down before him.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that when God's anger is unleashed, even the mightiest forces and allies must humble themselves before his power.
📚 Historical Context
Job is speaking during his intense suffering, trying to understand God's ways and power. In ancient Near Eastern culture, people believed in powerful spiritual beings and forces that could aid in cosmic battles. Job is acknowledging that even these mighty 'helpers' or allies cannot stand against God when he is angry.
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