Job 29:14

"the blessing of him who was ready to perish came on me, and I caused the widow’s heart to sing for joy."

Key Reflection

This verse highlights God's role in bringing about justice and comfort to those in need. By delivering the poor and the vulnerable, such as widows, God ensures that blessings extend even to the marginalized, fostering a sense of joy and restoration among them.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

I put on righteousness -Or “justice” - as a magistrate, and in all his transactions with his fellow-men. It is common to compare moral conduct or traits of character with various articles of apparel; compareIsaiah 11:5, note;Isaiah 61:10, note. And it clothed me -It was my covering; I was adorned with it. So we speak of being “clothed with humility;” and so, also, of the “garments of salvation.” My judgment -Or rather justice - particularly as a magistrate. Was as a robe -The word “robe” (מעילme‛ı̂yl) denotes the “mantle” or outer garment that is worn by an Oriental. It constitutes the most elegant part of his dress; Notes atIsaiah 6:1.

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