Job 31:24
"For calamity from God is a terror to me. Because of his majesty, I can do nothing."
Key Reflection
In Job 31:24, the speaker expresses profound fear and reverence for divine judgment. The verse conveys that calamity from God is terrifying; it underscores a sense of helplessness before His majesty and power. This sentiment reflects the deep respect and understanding of divine authority prevalent in ancient Near Eastern culture, where the concept of a powerful, wrathful deity was central to religious belief and practice.
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From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes