King James Version
What Does Job 20:9 Mean?
“The eye also which saw him shall see him no more; neither shall his place any more behold him.”
Context
7
Yet he shall perish for ever like his own dung: they which have seen him shall say, Where is he?
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He shall fly away as a dream, and shall not be found: yea, he shall be chased away as a vision of the night.
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The eye also which saw him shall see him no more; neither shall his place any more behold him.
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His children shall seek to please the poor, and his hands shall restore their goods. His children: or, The poor shall oppress his children
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His bones are full of the sin of his youth, which shall lie down with him in the dust.
Commentary
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary**9. fear God for naught--**It is a mark of the children of Satan to sneer and not give credit to any for disinterested piety. Not so much God's gifts, as God Himself is "the reward" of His people (Ge 15:1).
Robert Jamieson, A.R. Fausset, David Brown. 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 20:9 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
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