Job 21:1

Grant me a hearing

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 Listen carefully to my remarks and let that comfort you.

3 Bear with me so I can speak, I myself; and after my reply you can mock.

4 Are my complaints against another human; why is my patience short?

5 Turn to me and be appalled; lay your hand over your mouth.