Job 17:2

Korean 1961 (개역한글)

나를 조롱하는 자들이 오히려 나와 함께 있으므로 내 눈이 그들의 격동함을 항상 보는구나

이 구절의 의미

Job is speaking and he is saying that there are people who make fun of him, and he cannot help but notice and feel hurt by their actions. He is expressing his frustration and pain at being mocked.

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Imagine if some kids at school were always making fun of you, and you couldn't stop thinking about it. That's how Job feels. He's sad and upset because the people around him are not being nice.

역사적 배경

Job is a book in the Old Testament, written around 2000 years before Christ, possibly by Moses. It tells the story of a righteous man who faces extreme suffering and questions why he is being punished. The verse reflects the context of Job's despair and the harsh treatment from others during his trials.

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In modern times, we might think of a person going through a tough time, like a serious illness, and feeling mocked or misunderstood by friends or colleagues. This verse reminds us to be supportive and not to mock those in pain.

주제

• suffering
• mockery
• perseverance
• emotional pain
• compassion
• righteousness

관련 구절

• Psalm 35:19
• Jeremiah 20:7
• Matthew 5:11
• Luke 6:22
• 1 Peter 4:14

자주 묻는 질문

Why do people mock Job?

Job is mocked likely because of his suffering and perceived loss of favor with God. People often misunderstand those in pain, thinking they deserve their situation.

How can we avoid mocking others in pain?

We can avoid mocking by showing empathy and understanding, remembering that we may not know the full story behind someone's suffering.

What does Job's reaction teach us?

Job's reaction teaches us the importance of acknowledging our pain and the hurt caused by others' mockery, but also the potential for resilience in the face of adversity.

How can this verse help in counseling someone who is mocked?

This verse can help counselors empathize with the feelings of the person and guide them toward understanding and resilience, rather than retaliating.