Job 6:25

Authorized King James Version

How forcible are right words! but what doth your arguing reprove?

Word-by-Word Analysis
#1
מַה
properly, interrogative what? (including how? why? when?); but also exclamation, what! (including how!), or indefinitely what (including whatever, and
#2
נִּמְרְצ֥וּ
How forcible
properly, to press, i.e., (figuratively) to be pungent or vehement; to irritate
#3
אִמְרֵי
words
something said
#4
יֹ֑שֶׁר
are right
the right
#5
וּמַה
properly, interrogative what? (including how? why? when?); but also exclamation, what! (including how!), or indefinitely what (including whatever, and
#6
הוֹכֵ֣חַ
but what doth your arguing
to be right (i.e., correct); reciprocal, to argue; causatively, to decide, justify or convict
#7
הוֹכֵ֣חַ
but what doth your arguing
to be right (i.e., correct); reciprocal, to argue; causatively, to decide, justify or convict
#8
מִכֶּֽם׃
properly, a part of; hence (prepositionally), from or out of in many senses

Analysis

Within the broader context of Job, this passage highlights salvation through rhetorical questioning that engages the reader. 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