What does Job 21:19 mean?

Job 21:19 highlights themes such as iniquity, consequences, family when read in context.

How should I apply Job 21:19 today?

Read the surrounding passage, compare related cross references, and turn the verse into a short prayer and concrete action.

God layeth up his iniquity for his children: he rewardeth him, and he shall know it.

17How oft is the candle of the wicked put out! and how oft cometh their destruction upon them! God distributeth sorrows in his anger.

18They are as stubble before the wind, and as chaff that the storm carrieth away.

19God layeth up his iniquity for his children: he rewardeth him, and he shall know it.

20His eyes shall see his destruction, and he shall drink of the wrath of the Almighty.

21For what pleasure hath he in his house after him, when the number of his months is cut off in the midst?

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Exodus 20:5
This verse discusses the consequences of sin affecting future generations.
Ezekiel 18:20
This verse contrasts the idea of inherited guilt with individual responsibility.
Galatians 6:7
This verse emphasizes that one reaps what they sow, similar to the consequences mentioned.