1. Job 16:17 (ESV)
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Commentary on Job 16:17 (Summary)

Job 16:17 (ESV)

17 although there is no violence in my hands, and my prayer is pure.

Eliphaz had insinuated that Job is a violent, ruthless man (Job 15:20). He also accused Job of saying things that undermine true religion (Job 15:4). Job denies both allegations.

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