KJV ORIGINAL
They are passed away as the swift ships: as the eagle that hasteth to the prey.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They pass by as quickly as fast ships, like an eagle swooping down on its prey.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Job is describing how quickly his days are flying by, comparing their speed to swift ships and hunting eagles.
📚 Historical Context
Job is speaking during his intense suffering, reflecting on how rapidly life passes. In ancient times, ships were among the fastest means of travel, and eagles were known for their incredible speed when diving for prey. Job uses these vivid images his audience would understand to express how fleeting his days feel.
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