Job 3:20

Wherefore is light given to him that is in misery, and life unto the bitter in soul;

King James Version
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Other Translations for Job 3:20

BSB
Why is light given to the miserable, and life to the bitter of soul,
AKJV
Why is light given to him that is in misery, and life to the bitter in soul;
CPDV
Why is light given to the miserable, and life to those who are in bitterness of soul,
ERV
Wherefore is light given to him that is in misery, and life unto the bitter in soul;
NHEB
"Why is light given to him who is in misery, life to the bitter in soul,
SMT
Wherefore shall light be given to him toiling, and life to the bitter of soul?

Word Study (Strong’s) for Job 3:20

WhereforeislightH216Noun FemininegivenH5414VerbtohimthatisinmiseryH6001andlifeH2416untothebitterH4751insoulH5315Noun Feminine

Commentary for Job 3:20

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 3:20
Summary
Life prolonged for those suffering intensely
Event
Questioning life's cruel continuation
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Lament