Job 9:23

If the scourge slay suddenly, he will laugh at the trial of the innocent.

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Other Translations for Job 9:23

BSB
When the scourge brings sudden death, He mocks the despair of the innocent.
AKJV
If the whip slay suddenly, he will laugh at the trial of the innocent.
CPDV
If he scourges, let him kill all at once, and not laugh at the punishment of the innocent.
ERV
If the scourge slay suddenly, he will mock at the trial of the innocent.
NHEB
If the scourge kills suddenly, he will mock at the trial of the innocent.
SMT
If the scourge shall fall suddenly, he will deride at the trial of the innocent.

Commentary for Job 9:23

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of Job 9:23
Summary
Divine laughter at innocent suffering mocks justice
Event
God laughs at innocent torment
Estimated Time Period
c. 2000 BC
Category
Judgment