Job 16:9 meaning and explanation

His anger has torn me and opposed me; He gnashes His teeth at me. My adversary pierces me with His eyes.

Job 16:9, Berean Standard Bible

Explanation preview

Job is answering Eliphaz, and he now turns his complaint directly toward God. Where his friends have offered only accusations, Job describes God as a hostile warrior: torn, opposed, teeth gnashing, eyes fixed on him like an enemy taking aim.

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