1. Job 29:17 (ESV)
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Commentary on Job 29:17 (Summary)

Job 29:17 (ESV)

17 I broke the fangs of the unrighteous and made him drop his prey from his teeth.

Despite Job’s kindheartedness, he could also use force when necessary. When he saw oppression (e.g., by unjust judges), he acted swiftly. Clearly, Job misses his high position in society not only for his own sake but also for the sake of the people whom he had the power to help.

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