Holy Scripture

Job 20:11

A church father on this verse
“"Their bones are full of marrow and will lie down in the dust with them." By the "marrow" that is inside the bones, the author signifies prosperity. That is, from his former prosperity he will pass to a profound abasement, so that he will not be inferior to the dead.”
Ishodad of Merv, 9th c. — COMMENTARY ON JOB 20:11

Source: Septuagint

Original

11His bones have been filled with vigor of his youth, And it shall lie down with him in the dust.

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In context

9The eye has looked upon him, but shall not see him again; And his place shall no longer perceive him.

10Let his inferiors destroy his children, And let his hands kindle the fire of sorrow.

— Job 20:11 —

12Though evil be sweet in his mouth, Though he will hide it under his tongue;

13Though he will not spare it, and will not leave it, But will keep it in the midst of his throat:

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