King James Version

What Does Job 9:2 Mean?

“I know it is so of a truth: but how should man be just with God? with God: or, before God?”

Context

Then Job answered and said,

I know it is so of a truth: but how should man be just with God? with God: or, before God?

If he will contend with him, he cannot answer him one of a thousand.

He is wise in heart, and mighty in strength: who hath hardened himself against him, and hath prospered?

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Topics in This Verse

Truth

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

**23. it was the king's commandment--**It was the will of the Persian monarch in issuing his edict that the temple service should be revived in all its religious fulness and solemnity. As this special provision for the singers is said to have been by the king's commandment, the order was probably given at the request or suggestion of Ezra or Nehemiah.

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 9:2 contributes to our understanding of God's character and His relationship with humanity. Consider how this verse connects to the broader themes of Scripture.