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Job 36:6 Meaning

He preserveth not the life of the wicked: but giveth right to the poor.

Context Explained

4For truly my words shall not be false: he that is perfect in knowledge is with thee.

5Behold, God is mighty, and despiseth not any: he is mighty in strength and wisdom.

6He preserveth not the life of the wicked: but giveth right to the poor.

7He withdraweth not his eyes from the righteous: but with kings are they on the throne; yea, he doth establish them for ever, and they are exalted.

8And if they be bound in fetters, and be holden in cords of affliction;

Key Themes

justicemercyrighteousness

Related Cross References

  • Matthew 25:40

    Both verses emphasize God's concern for the marginalized and how we should treat them.

Source: Job 36:6