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Humiliation from the Lowest
Commentators explain that the attackers are a 'rabble' or 'brood'—the lowest members of society. They rise up on Job's 'right hand,' which was the place of honor, making their insult even more profound. This detail highlights the complete and humiliating reversal of Job's former status.
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Albert Barnes
On Job 30:12
18th Century
Theologian
Upon my right hand rise the youth - The right hand is the place of honor, and therefore it was felt to be a greater insult that the…
Charles Ellicott
On Job 30:12
19th Century
Bishop
The youth — i.e., the young brood, rabble.
John Gill
On Job 30:12
17th Century
Pastor
Upon [my] right [hand] rise the youth
"Springs", as Mr. Broughton translates the word; such as were just sprung into being, as…
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Matthew Henry
On Job 30:1–14
17th Century
Minister
Job contrasts his present condition with his former honour and authority. What little cause do people have to be ambitious or proud of that which m…