Job 21:10

Authorized King James Version

Their bull gendereth, and faileth not; their cow calveth, and casteth not her calf.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
שׁוֹר֣וֹ
H7794
Their bull
a bullock (as a traveller)
#2
עִ֭בַּר
H5674
gendereth
to cross over; used very widely of any transition (literal or figurative; transitive, intransitive, intensive, causative); specifically, to cover (in
#3
וְלֹ֣א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#4
יַגְעִ֑ל
H1602
and faileth
to detest; by implication, to reject
#5
תְּפַלֵּ֥ט
H6403
calveth
to slip out, i.e., escape; causatively, to deliver
#6
פָּ֝רָת֗וֹ
H6510
not their cow
a heifer
#7
וְלֹ֣א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#8
תְשַׁכֵּֽל׃
H7921
and casteth not her calf
properly, to miscarry, i.e., suffer abortion; by analogy, to bereave (literally or figuratively)

Analysis

Within the broader context of Job, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. 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

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