1. Job 31:5 (ESV)
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Commentary on Job 31:5 (Summary)

Job 31:5 (ESV)

5 “If I have walked with falsehood and my foot has hastened to deceit;

From here onward, Job solemnly pleads innocent to all the accusations made against him. He swears a series of oaths, each taking this form: If I… then…

First, Job swears that he has lived with integrity, free from lies and deceit.

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