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Job 22:24 Meaning

Then shalt thou lay up gold as dust, and the gold of Ophir as the stones of the brooks.

Context Explained

22Receive, I pray thee, the law from his mouth, and lay up his words in thine heart.

23If thou return to the Almighty, thou shalt be built up, thou shalt put away iniquity far from thy tabernacles.

24Then shalt thou lay up gold as dust, and the gold of Ophir as the stones of the brooks.

25Yea, the Almighty shall be thy defence, and thou shalt have plenty of silver.

26For then shalt thou have thy delight in the Almighty, and shalt lift up thy face unto God.

Key Themes

wealthblessingdivine favor

Related Cross References

  • Proverbs 10:22

    Both verses affirm that blessings from God bring true wealth.

  • Matthew 6:19-21

    This verse contrasts earthly treasures with heavenly ones.

  • Ecclesiastes 5:10

    Both verses discuss the futility of chasing after wealth.

Source: Job 22:24