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Job 19:16 Cross-References

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I called my servant, and he gave me no answer; I intreated him with my mouth.

Job 19:16 (KJV)

Commentary on Job 19:16

Job's servant ignores him: 'I called my servant, and he gave me no answer; I intreated him with my mouth.' The role reversal escalates—Job entreats his own servant who won't answer. Ancient masters commanded; Job must plead. This humiliation demonstrates suffering's comprehensive nature—it doesn't just cause pain but inverts all normal relationships. Yet this prepares Job for entreating God, where the posture of supplicant is appropriate.

Source: KJV Study Commentary

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