Job 31:23 meaning and explanation

For calamity from God terrifies me, and His splendor I cannot overpower.

Job 31:23, Berean Standard Bible

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Job has finished a long oath of innocence, swearing that he has not committed sexual sin, injustice, greed or idolatry, and calling down curses on himself if he is lying. In verse 23 he gives the reason he has kept himself from these things: not merely fear of punishment but awe of God's majesty.

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