Job 18:21

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

নিশ্চয়ে অধৰ্মিৰ বাসস্থান এনেকুৱা হ’ব, আৰু ঈশ্বৰক নজনা লোকৰ ঠাই এনেকুৱা।”

What Does This Mean?

Job 18:21 is spoken by Bildad, who is criticizing Job. The verse says that the homes of wicked people are like this, and it's a place for someone who doesn't know God. It's a harsh criticism against Job, suggesting he is not righteous.

Explained for Children

Imagine if you had a friend who never cleaned their room. Bildad is saying that Job's situation is like a messy room because Job doesn't know God. He's not being very nice to Job.

Historical Background

Job 18:21 is from the Book of Job, an ancient text written between the 6th and 4th centuries BC. It was written to a Hebrew audience and is set in the context of a debate between Job and his friends about why bad things happen to good people.

Living It Out Today

Today, if someone is going through hard times, it might be tempting to say they are being punished because they don't know God. But this verse reminds us to be careful and not judge, as God's ways are often beyond our understanding.

Topics

• righteousness
• judgment
• suffering
• wisdom
• knowledge of God
• friendship

Related Verses

• Proverbs 28:4
• Isaiah 59:1-2
• Matthew 7:1-2
• 1 Peter 4:18
• James 4:6

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is speaking in Job 18:21?

Bildad is speaking. He is one of Job's friends who criticize Job during his suffering.

What does it mean to 'know God' in this verse?

To 'know God' means to have a relationship with God and live according to His teachings. In this context, Bildad suggests that Job does not know God, implying that he is not living righteously.

How should we interpret this verse in today's world?

In today's world, this verse warns us against making quick judgments about others' circumstances, as it can be presumptuous and unkind. It encourages understanding and compassion.

Why is Bildad criticizing Job?

Bildad criticizes Job because he believes that Job's suffering is due to his sins. This reflects a common belief in ancient times that suffering was a direct result of wrongdoing.