DailyBible

Job 31:18 Meaning

(For from my youth he was brought up with me, as with a father, and I have guided her from my mother's womb;)

Context Explained

16If I have withheld the poor from their desire, or have caused the eyes of the widow to fail;

17Or have eaten my morsel myself alone, and the fatherless hath not eaten thereof;

18(For from my youth he was brought up with me, as with a father, and I have guided her from my mother's womb;)

19If I have seen any perish for want of clothing, or any poor without covering;

20If his loins have not blessed me, and if he were not warmed with the fleece of my sheep;

Key Themes

familyupbringingguidance

Related Cross References

  • Proverbs 22:6

    Both verses emphasize the importance of guiding children.

  • Ephesians 6:4

    This verse discusses the responsibility of parents to raise their children.

  • Psalm 78:4

    This verse talks about teaching future generations about God's deeds.

Source: Job 31:18