Job 13:22
Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.
Original Language Analysis
וּ֭קְרָא
Then call
H7121
וּ֭קְרָא
Then call
Strong's:
H7121
Word #:
1 of 6
to call out to (i.e., properly, address by name, but used in a wide variety of applications)
אֶֽעֱנֶ֑ה
thou and I will answer
H6030
אֶֽעֱנֶ֑ה
thou and I will answer
Strong's:
H6030
Word #:
3 of 6
properly, to eye or (generally) to heed, i.e., pay attention; by implication, to respond; by extension to begin to speak; specifically to sing, shout,
אֽוֹ
H176
אֽוֹ
Strong's:
H176
Word #:
4 of 6
desire (and so probably in proverbs 31:4); hence (by way of alternative) or, also if
Historical Context
Ancient legal proceedings featured structured dialogue between accuser and defendant. Job's willingness to take either role shows confidence in his case and God's fairness.
Questions for Reflection
- Is it appropriate to address God as if in a courtroom?
- What does Job's boldness teach about covenant relationship with God?
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Analysis & Commentary
Job's direct address to God: 'Then call thou, and I will answer: or let me speak, and answer thou me.' This courtroom language treats God as either prosecutor or defendant, with Job taking the opposite role. The boldness reveals covenant confidence that God will honor justice.