Job 20:6

Arabic Bible ERV 2009

حَتَّى لَوِ ارتَفَعَ كِبرِياؤُهُ إلَى السَّماواتِ وَرَأسُهُ إلَى السَّحابِ،

What Does This Mean?

Job 20:6 is part of a speech by Zophar, one of Job's friends. He describes how someone's greatness might seem to reach the sky, but it won't last. The verse highlights the fleeting nature of human glory.

Explained for Children

Imagine a big, tall tower that reaches the clouds. Zophar is saying that even if someone is as high up as that tower, they still won't stay there forever. It's like a really tall sandcastle that won't last long.

Historical Background

Job is an ancient book, likely written in the second millennium B.C. The book was written to address the question of why a good person might suffer. Zophar is speaking to Job, who is suffering despite being righteous.

Living It Out Today

In today's world, think about a CEO of a big company. People may look up to them as if they were reaching the clouds, but one mistake or market downturn can bring them down quickly. This reminds us not to be too impressed by temporary success.

Topics

• suffering
• pride
• humility
• transience
• justice
• wisdom

Related Verses

• Psalms 73:6
• Isaiah 2:12
• Matthew 23:12
• Luke 1:51
• James 4:6

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Zophar in the book of Job?

Zophar is one of Job's friends who come to comfort him but end up blaming him for his suffering. In Job 20:6, he is expressing his view on the transient nature of human greatness.

What does Zophar mean by 'excellency mount up to the heavens'?

Zophar is using a hyperbolic statement to suggest that a person's greatness might seem immense, reaching the sky, but it is still finite and temporary.

How does this verse relate to themes of pride and humility?

This verse suggests that human pride and greatness are fleeting, reminding us of the importance of humility in the face of temporary achievements.

Can you give an example of how this verse can be applied in daily life?

In daily life, this verse can remind us not to be too impressed by temporary success or status, as these can change quickly, just like a CEO's downfall due to a company's downturn.