Job 13:10

Authorized King James Version

He will surely reprove you, if ye do secretly accept persons.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
יוֹכִ֣יחַ
H3198
He will surely
to be right (i.e., correct); reciprocal, to argue; causatively, to decide, justify or convict
#2
יוֹכִ֣יחַ
H3198
He will surely
to be right (i.e., correct); reciprocal, to argue; causatively, to decide, justify or convict
#3
אֶתְכֶ֑ם
H853
properly, self (but generally used to point out more definitely the object of a verb or preposition, even or namely)
#4
אִם
H518
used very widely as demonstrative, lo!; interrogative, whether?; or conditional, if, although; also oh that!, when; hence, as a negative, not
#5
בַּ֝סֵּ֗תֶר
H5643
you if ye do secretly
a cover (in a good or a bad, a literal or a figurative sense)
#6
פָּנִ֥ים
H6440
persons
the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi
#7
תִּשָּׂאֽוּן׃
H5375
accept
to lift, in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, absolute and relative

Analysis

Within the broader context of Job, this passage highlights salvation through declarative statements that establish theological truth. The theological weight of divine revelation connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about divine revelation, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by building upon previous themes while advancing the overall message of Job.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection