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Job 29:15 Cross-References
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“I was eyes to the blind, and feet was I to the lame.”
Job 29:15 (KJV)
Commentary on Job 29:15
I was eyes to the blind, and feet was I to the lame—Job employs vivid metaphorical language for comprehensive care of the disabled. Einayim (עֵינַיִם, eyes) represents guidance and direction; Job became the sight for those who couldn't see. Raglayim (רַגְלַיִם, feet) symbolizes mobility and agency; Job enabled the lame to accomplish what their disability prevented. This metaphor goes beyond mere charity—Job became the missing faculties themselves, personally substituting for their disabilities.The language anticipates messianic prophecy. Isaiah 35:5-6 promises: 'Then the eyes of the blind shal...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Job 29:15
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“Don't leave us”
“the lame walk”
“and has many members”