Job 3:26

Authorized King James Version

I was not in safety, neither had I rest, neither was I quiet; yet trouble came.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
לֹ֤א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#2
שָׁלַ֨וְתִּי׀
H7951
I was not in safety
to be tranquil, i.e., secure or successful
#3
וְלֹ֖א
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#4
שָׁקַ֥טְתִּי
H8252
neither had I rest
to repose (usually figurative)
#5
וְֽלֹא
H3808
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#6
נָ֗חְתִּי
H5117
neither was I quiet
to rest, i.e., settle down; used in a great variety of applications, literal and figurative, intransitive, transitive and causative (to dwell, stay, l
#7
וַיָּ֥בֹא
H935
came
to go or come (in a wide variety of applications)
#8
רֹֽגֶז׃
H7267
yet trouble
commotion, restlessness (of a horse), crash (of thunder), disquiet, anger

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