Job 19:3

"“How long will you torment me, and crush me with words?"

Key Reflection

In Job 19:3, Job expresses his frustration at the relentless verbal assault from his accusers. This verse reflects a deep emotional state where Job feels overwhelmed by the continuous questioning and criticism, which were common practices in ancient Near Eastern court systems to extract confessions or admissions of guilt. Job's plea for respite from this verbal torment underscores his belief that he has not deserved such treatment, highlighting the intense psychological and emotional pressure he endures.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

These ten times -Many times; the word “ten” being used as we often say, “ten a dozen” or “twenty,” to denote many; seeGenesis 31:7, “And your father hath changed my wages “ten times.”Leviticus 26:26, “and when I have broken your staff of bread, “ten women” shall bake your bread, in one oven;” compareNumbers 14:22;Nehemiah 4:6.

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