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I was a father to the needy. The cause of him who I didn`t know, I searched out.
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A Father to the Poor
Commentators explain that Job's claim to be a "father to the poor" was not literal. Instead, it describes his role as a compassionate protector and advocate. He treated the needy with the care of a father, defending their rights, pleading their cases, and providing for their practical needs.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
I was a father to the poor - I took them under my protection, and treated them as if they were my own children.
And t…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I [was] a father to the poor. Not in a literal sense; for his children were rich as well as himself, while he had them; b…
All sorts of people paid respect to Job, not only for the dignity of his rank, but also for his personal merit: his prudence, integrity, and good m…
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13th Century
Catholic
Previously, Job had shown in general terms why it is not contrary to divine justice for the wicked to prosper while the good—who are given greater …
