King James Version
What Does Job 30:19 Mean?
“He hath cast me into the mire, and I am become like dust and ashes.”
Context
17
My bones are pierced in me in the night season: and my sinews take no rest.
18
By the great force of my disease is my garment changed: it bindeth me about as the collar of my coat.
19
He hath cast me into the mire, and I am become like dust and ashes.
20
I cry unto thee, and thou dost not hear me: I stand up, and thou regardest me not.
21
Thou art become cruel to me: with thy strong hand thou opposest thyself against me. become: Heb. turned to be cruel thy: Heb. the strength of thy hand
Commentary
Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers(19) **He hath cast me into the mire.**—He now turns more directly to God, having in Job 30:16 turned from man to his own condition—*dust and ashes. *This latter phrase is used but three times in Scripture: twice by Job (here and Job 42:6), and once by Abraham (Genesis 18:27).
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 30:19 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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