Job 21:1

Job's Reply to Zophar

1 Then Job answered:

Job 21:1 Meaning and Commentary

Job 21:1

But Job answered and said.
] In reply to what Zophar had asserted, concerning the prosperity of the wicked being only for a short time, ( Job 20:5 ) ; the contrary to which he most clearly proves, and that in many instances their prosperity continues as long as they live; that they die in it, and it is enjoyed by their posterity after them.

Job 21:1 In-Context

1 Then Job answered:

2 Pay close attention to my words; let this be the consolation you offer.

3 Bear with me while I speak; then after I have spoken, you may continue mocking.

4 As for me, is my complaint against a man? Then why shouldn't I be impatient?

5 Look at me and shudder; put [your] hand over [your] mouth.