The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away
Job 1:21 — Meaning, Context and Bible Study
Scripture in WEBWorld English Bible — Protestant Edition
Job 1:21 WEB
21He said, “Naked I came out of my mother’s womb, and naked will I return there. The LORD gave, and the LORD has taken away. Blessed be the LORD’s name.”
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Context
Job speaks these words after losing his children and his wealth in a day. He worships and does not accuse God; the rest of the book also gives voice to his anguish and honest questions.