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Earthly Honor Isn't Divine Approval
Job's primary argument, as highlighted by commentators, is that the wicked often receive an honorable burial with great ceremony. This directly refutes his friends' belief that sin is always met with immediate, visible judgment. A prosperous life and a dignified death are not reliable indicators of a person's standing with God.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 21:32
18th Century
Theologian
Yet shall he be brought to the grave – with a marginal note suggesting “graves.” This means he is brought with honor and prosperity to the g…
Charles Ellicott
On Job 21:30–33
19th Century
Bishop
That the wicked... —These verses contain the result of their experience.
John Gill
On Job 21:32
17th Century
Pastor
Yet shall he be brought to the grave
Or "and", "or yes he shall be brought"F1; for the meaning is not, th…
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Matthew Henry
On Job 21:27–34
17th Century
Minister
Job opposes the opinion of his friends that the wicked are sure to fall into visible and remarkable ruin, and none but the wicked; upon which princ…