Job 15:24

Authorized King James Version

Trouble and anguish shall make him afraid; they shall prevail against him, as a king ready to the battle.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
יְֽ֭בַעֲתֻהוּ
shall make him afraid
to fear
#2
צַ֣ר
Trouble
a pebble (as in h6864)
#3
וּמְצוּקָ֑ה
and anguish
narrowness, i.e., (figuratively) trouble
#4
תִּ֝תְקְפֵ֗הוּ
they shall prevail
to overpower
#5
כְּמֶ֤לֶךְ׀
against him as a king
a king
#6
עָתִ֬יד
ready
prepared; by implication, skilful; feminine plural the future; also treasure
#7
לַכִּידֽוֹר׃
to the battle
perhaps tumult

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Job. The concept of divine revelation reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

The literary and historical milieu of the literary conventions and historical circumstances of biblical literature shapes this text's meaning. The historical development of salvation within the theological tradition of Job Understanding the ancient worldview that shaped the author's theological expression helps modern readers appreciate why the author emphasizes divine revelation in this particular way.

Questions for Reflection