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A Cruel, Personal Attack
Commentators explain that Eliphaz's words are not a general observation but a direct and painful accusation against Job. By referencing the suffering of children, Eliphaz weaponizes Job's recent tragedy, suggesting the death of his children is proof of Job's own hidden sin. This highlights the harshness of the counsel Job received from his 'friends.'
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Albert Barnes
On Job 5:4
18th Century
Theologian
His children are far from safety - That is, this soon becomes apparent when they are cut off or subjected to calamity. Eliphaz's ob…
Charles Ellicott
On Job 5:4
19th Century
Bishop
They are crushed. —Rather, perhaps, they crush one another. Their internal rivalries and dissensions bring them to ruin. …
John Gill
On Job 5:4
17th Century
Pastor
His children are far from safety
From outward safety, from evils and dangers, to which they are liable and exposed, …
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Matthew Henry
On Job 5:1–5
17th Century
Minister
Eliphaz here calls upon Job to answer his arguments. Were any of the saints or servants of God visited with such Divine judgments as Job, or did th…