King James Version
What Does Job 19:17 Mean?
“My breath is strange to my wife, though I intreated for the children's sake of mine own body. mine: Heb. my belly”
Context
15
They that dwell in mine house, and my maids, count me for a stranger: I am an alien in their sight.
16
I called my servant, and he gave me no answer; I intreated him with my mouth.
17
My breath is strange to my wife, though I intreated for the children's sake of mine own body. mine: Heb. my belly
18
Yea, young children despised me; I arose, and they spake against me. young: or, the wicked
19
All my inward friends abhorred me: and they whom I loved are turned against me. my: Heb. the men of my secret
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(17) **Though I intreated for the children’s sake of mine own body.**—Rather, *and so is my affection or kindness *(see Psalm 77:10, where the same word occurs) *to the children of my mother’s womb, i.e., my brethren. *Others render, *I am become offensive to, *&c.
Charles John Ellicott (1819–1905). Public Domain.
Historical Context
This verse is found in the book of Job. Understanding the historical and cultural background helps illuminate its meaning for the original audience and for us today.
Theological Significance
Job 19:17 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.
Cross-References
Verses related to Job 19:17
Cross-references from Treasury of Scripture Knowledge