What does Job 33:17 mean?

Job 33:17 highlights themes such as humility, divine-will, pride when read in context.

How should I apply Job 33:17 today?

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

That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man.

15In a dream, in a vision of the night, when deep sleep falleth upon men, in slumberings upon the bed;

16Then he openeth the ears of men, and sealeth their instruction,

17That he may withdraw man from his purpose, and hide pride from man.

18He keepeth back his soul from the pit, and his life from perishing by the sword.

19He is chastened also with pain upon his bed, and the multitude of his bones with strong pain:

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James 4:6
Both verses emphasize that God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.