Job 17:6 · KJV

"He hath made me also a byword of the people; and aforetime I was as a tabret."

King James Version

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Passage Context

⁴For thou hast hid their heart from understanding: therefore shalt thou not exalt them.

⁵He that speaketh flattery to his friends, even the eyes of his children shall fail.

⁶He hath made me also a byword of the people; and aforetime I was as a tabret.

⁷Mine eye also is dim by reason of sorrow, and all my members are as a shadow.

⁸Upright men shall be astonied at this, and the innocent shall stir up himself against the hypocrite.

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Reflection Questions

How do you handle changes in your reputation?

What does it mean for you to be a byword among others?

When have you felt your worth diminished in the eyes of others?

Life Application

identity

Remember that your worth is not defined by others' opinions. Focus on your intrinsic value.

faith

Lean on God for your identity and self-worth, especially during times of trial.

People in This Verse

JobOT

A wealthy man known for his righteousness and deep faith in God. He faced immense suffering yet remained steadfast in his devotion.

First appearance: Job 1:1

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