Job 5:3

I have seen the foolish taking root: but suddenly I cursed his habitation.

King James Version
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Other Translations for Job 5:3

BSB
I have seen a fool taking root, but suddenly his house was cursed.
AKJV
I have seen the foolish taking root: but suddenly I cursed his habitation.
CPDV
I have seen a fool with a strong root, and I have cursed his excellence without hesitation.
ERV
I have seen the foolish taking root: but suddenly I cursed his habitation.
NHEB
I have seen the foolish taking root, but suddenly I cursed his habitation.
SMT
I saw the foolish one taking root, and suddenly I shall curse his habitation.

Commentary for Job 5:3

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 5:3
Summary
Foolish prosperity suddenly receives divine condemnation.
Event
Recounting sudden judgment
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Judgment