Job 9:18

Arabic Bible AVD 1999 (الكتاب المقدس)

لَا يَدَعُنِي آخُذُ نَفَسِي، وَلَكِنْ يُشْبِعُنِي مَرَائِرَ.

What Does This Mean?

In this verse, Job is speaking and expressing his frustration. He says that God does not allow him to catch his breath, instead filling him with bitterness. This reflects Job's struggle with his circumstances.

Explained for Children

Imagine you're in a race, and someone keeps pushing you, not letting you catch your breath. That's how Job feels. He's running and running, but instead of getting a break, he feels more and more sad.

Historical Background

The book of Job was likely written during the patriarchal period, around 2000-1500 B.C. It was written to an audience of Israelites to understand the complexities of suffering and divine justice.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where someone is going through a difficult time, like a serious illness. They might feel overwhelmed and frustrated, just like Job, wondering when they can finally catch a break from their struggles.

Topics

• suffering
• divine justice
• faith
• perseverance
• hope
• bitterness

Related Verses

• Psalms 88:7
• Lamentations 3:19
• Habakkuk 3:16
• 1 Peter 1:6
• Romans 8:26

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Job 9:18?

Job is speaking in this verse, expressing his frustration and suffering.

What does it mean when Job says God will not allow him to take a breath?

This phrase means that Job feels overwhelmed and that God is continuously putting pressure on him, leaving no room for relief.

How can we relate to Job's feeling of being filled with bitterness?

We can relate to Job's feeling when we go through tough times and feel overwhelmed by negative emotions, unable to find a break from our struggles.

What can we learn from Job's reaction to his situation?

From Job, we can learn about perseverance in the face of adversity and maintaining faith, even when we feel overwhelmed by our circumstances.