King James Version

What Does Job 6:30 Mean?

“Is there iniquity in my tongue? cannot my taste discern perverse things? my taste: Heb. my palate”

Context

Now therefore be content, look upon me; for it is evident unto you if I lie. evident: Heb. before your face

Return, I pray you, let it not be iniquity; yea, return again, my righteousness is in it. in it: that is, in this matter

Is there iniquity in my tongue? cannot my taste discern perverse things? my taste: Heb. my palate

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Commentary

Ellicott’s Commentary for English Readers

(30) **Is there iniquity?**—Or, *injustice in my tongue? Is my taste so perverted that it cannot perceive what is perverse? *“Ye appear to think that I am wholly incapable of judging my own cause because it is my own; but if ye will only condescend to return in due course, ye shall find that I know what is right as well as you, and that there is no more vicious reasoning in me than there is with you, and probably less.” It is difficult to draw out the argument of Job in the logical form of our Western thought, and to trace the line of connection running through it. If we look at it in detail—as we must in order to explain it—then we are apt to look at it piecemeal, and miss the thread; but in point of fact it is just this very thread which it is so difficult to detect and retain from one chapter to another. Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers Text Courtesy of BibleSupport.com. Used by Permission. Bible Hub

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 6:30 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.