Job 30:5

Arabic 2016 (الكِتاب المُقَدَّس: التَّرْجَمَةُ العَرَبِيَّةُ المُبَسَّطَةُ)

مِنْ وَسَطِ النَّاسِ يُطرَدُونَ، وَيَصْرُخُ النَّاسُ عَلَيْهِمْ كَمَا لَوْ كَانُوا لُصُوصًا.

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes how certain people were treated harshly, like thieves, and were driven away from others. Job is speaking here, lamenting how his life has changed and how others treat him.

Explained for Children

Imagine if your friends suddenly started treating you like you did something bad, even though you didn’t. Job is talking about how people he knew were treated unfairly, just like when someone is chased away like a thief.

Historical Background

The book of Job was written by an unknown author, likely during the patriarchal period, around 2000-1500 BC. It is set in the land of Uz and reflects the cultural and social norms of that time, where suffering and divine justice were central themes.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, think of a situation where someone is unfairly treated and ostracized from a community due to misunderstandings or rumors. This verse can remind us to be more understanding and less quick to judge others.

Topics

• suffering
• justice
• discrimination
• community
• judgment
• compassion

Related Verses

• Psalm 35:14
• Jeremiah 12:6
• Luke 16:20
• John 9:22
• 1 Peter 4:14

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Job 30:5?

Job is speaking in this verse, reflecting on how others have treated him unfairly.

What does it mean to be driven out like a thief?

It means to be treated harshly and unfairly, as if one had committed a serious wrongdoing, even without evidence.

How does this verse relate to modern societal issues?

This verse can relate to how people are sometimes unfairly ostracized or treated harshly in society, often due to misunderstandings or prejudice.

What can we learn from this verse about compassion?

This verse teaches us to be more compassionate and less judgmental towards others, especially those who are suffering or unfairly treated.