Job 35:14

Authorized King James Version

Although thou sayest thou shalt not see him, yet judgment is before him; therefore trust thou in him.

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
אַ֣ף
Although
meaning accession (used as an adverb or conjunction); also or yea; adversatively though
#2
כִּֽי
(by implication) very widely used as a relative conjunction or adverb (as below); often largely modified by other particles annexed
#3
תֹ֭אמַר
thou sayest
to say (used with great latitude)
#4
לֹ֣א
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
#5
תְשׁוּרֶ֑נּוּ
thou shalt not see
to spy out, i.e., (generally) survey, (for evil) lurk for, (for good) care for
#6
דִּ֥ין
him yet judgment
judgement (the suit, justice, sentence or tribunal); by implication also strife
#7
לְ֝פָנָ֗יו
is before
the face (as the part that turns); used in a great variety of applications (literally and figuratively); also (with prepositional prefix) as a preposi
#8
וּתְח֥וֹלֵֽל
him therefore trust
properly, to twist or whirl (in a circular or spiral manner), i.e., (specifically) to dance, to writhe in pain (especially of parturition) or fear; fi
#9
לֽוֹ׃
H0

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 historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection