Job 8:20 Meaning
Behold, God will not cast away a perfect man, neither will he help the evil doers:
Context Explained
18If he destroy him from his place, then it shall deny him, saying, I have not seen thee.
19Behold, this is the joy of his way, and out of the earth shall others grow.
20Behold, God will not cast away a perfect man, neither will he help the evil doers:
21Till he fill thy mouth with laughing, and thy lips with rejoicing.
22They that hate thee shall be clothed with shame; and the dwelling place of the wicked shall come to nought.
Key Themes
justicerighteousnessdivine-help
Related Cross References
Psalm 37:28
Both verses affirm that God does not abandon the righteous.
1 Peter 3:12
Peter echoes the idea that God watches over the righteous.
Romans 8:31
This verse emphasizes God's support for those who are just.
Source: Job 8:20