Papua New Guinea Tok Pisin (Buk Baibel Long Tok Pisin 2008 + DC)
“Ol man nogut i save laikim tumas pasin nogut, na ol i no laik lusim dispela pasin, olsem man i laikim switpela kaikai na i putim aninit long tang bilong en bai swit bilong kaikai i no ken pinis kwik.
What Does This Mean?
This verse is part of Zophar's speech in Job, where he is saying that even if a wicked person finds pleasure in their evil deeds, they still try to keep it hidden, as if it were something shameful.
Explained for Children
Imagine when you eat a yummy candy, but you know you're not supposed to have it, so you try to hide it in your mouth. That's what Zophar is saying about bad people who enjoy doing wrong things but try to keep it a secret.
Historical Background
Job 20 is part of the Book of Job, written around 2000 years before Christ. It was written to an Israelite audience and reflects the culture and beliefs of that time. Zophar, one of Job's friends, is speaking here, trying to argue that Job must have done something wrong to deserve his suffering.
Living It Out Today
Think about a time when you did something wrong but enjoyed it so much you tried to hide it. This verse reminds us that even when we enjoy sin, we still feel the need to hide it because deep down, we know it's wrong.