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Also you shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid; Yes, many shall court your favor.

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A Promise of Total Security

Commentators like John Gill explain that Zophar's promise of lying down in safety is comprehensive. It includes security not just in one's home but also over one's possessions (like flocks), with protection from both human threats (like the thieves who previously attacked Job) and natural dangers (like wild animals). This promised peace is a direct reversal of the calamities Job had just endured.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Job 11:19

18th Century

Theologian

Many shall make suit unto thee - Many shall come in a suppliant manner to ask counsel and advice. The meaning is that he would be a…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Job 11:19–20

19th Century

Preacher

Also you shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid; yes, many shall seek your favor. But the eyes of the wicked shall fail, –

John Gill

John Gill

On Job 11:19

17th Century

Pastor

Also you shall lie down, and none shall make you afraid ,
&c.] Either lie down on his bed, as before, or by his floc…

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Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Job 11:13–20

17th Century

Minister

Zophar exhorts Job to repentance and gives him encouragement, yet mixed with hard thoughts of him. He thought that worldly prosperity was always th…