Job 34:17
Arabic Bible ERV 2009
إنْ كانَ القَدِيرُ يُبْغِضُ العَدلَ، فَكَيفَ يَحْكُمُ؟ وَإنْ كُنْتَ بارّاً، فَلِماذا تَدينُ القَدِيرَ؟
What Does This Mean?
This verse questions whether someone who hates justice can lead or if a very just person should be condemned. Elihu, one of Job's friends, is speaking and challenges the idea that a just ruler would be judged unfairly.
Explained for Children
Imagine if the person in charge of a game was the one who didn't like fair play. Would that be okay? This verse asks if someone who doesn't care about being fair should be in charge or if a really fair person should get in trouble.
Historical Background
The book of Job was written around the second millennium B.C. by an unknown author, possibly Moses. It reflects the ancient Near Eastern culture and addresses the problem of human suffering and the justice of God.
Living It Out Today
In a modern workplace, imagine if the manager who dislikes fairness leads the team. This verse prompts us to reflect on the importance of justice and the appropriateness of leaders who govern unjustly.
Topics
justiceleadershiprighteousnessjudgmentmoralityfairness
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Elihu in the Book of Job?
Elihu is one of Job's friends who speaks to Job after the other friends have spoken. He is younger but feels compelled to give his perspective on Job's suffering and the justice of God.
What does it mean to 'hate right'?
Hating right means disliking or opposing what is fair and just. It suggests a preference for injustice or unfairness in how one governs or makes decisions.
How does this verse relate to today's leaders?
This verse challenges today's leaders to consider their commitment to justice and fairness. It prompts reflection on whether leaders who govern unjustly should be allowed to lead.
What is the overall message of Job 34?
Chapter 34 of Job emphasizes the importance of justice and righteousness. Elihu argues that God is just and that His justice is ultimately revealed, even if it is not immediately evident to humans.