Job 15:3

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

هَلْ يُجَادِلُ بِكَلَامٍ لَا يُفِيدُ، وَبِأقْوَالٍ لَا تَنْفَعُ؟

What Does This Mean?

This verse is a question from Eliphaz to Job, questioning whether Job should continue to argue with empty words that don't help anyone. It highlights the futility of pointless arguments.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're playing a game with your friends, and you keep saying things that don't help the game or make it better. This verse is like a friend asking if it's worth talking that way when it doesn't do any good.

Historical Background

Job 15 is part of the Book of Job, written around 2000 years before Christ. The text is a dialogue between Job and his friends, who are debating Job's suffering and possible sins that caused it. The audience was likely Israelites who would relate to the themes of suffering and God's justice.

Living It Out Today

In a modern scenario, imagine a person arguing a political stance that doesn't lead to any positive change. This verse reminds us that our words should be meaningful and productive.

Topics

• wisdom
• speech
• suffering
• friendship
• meaningfulness
• argument

Related Verses

• Proverbs 10:19
• Ephesians 4:29
• James 1:19
• Psalm 141:3
• Proverbs 12:18

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the key message of Job 15:3?

The key message is that talking without purpose or benefit is unwise and should be avoided.

Who is speaking in Job 15:3?

Eliphaz, one of Job's friends, is speaking in this verse, questioning Job's arguments.

How can we avoid unprofitable talk in our daily lives?

To avoid unprofitable talk, we can think carefully before speaking, ensuring our words add value or meaning to conversations.

What does Job 15:3 teach about the importance of words?

This verse emphasizes that our words should be purposeful and beneficial, highlighting the importance of thoughtful communication.